epithet

• Nom désignant un mot ou une phrase descriptive caractérisant une personne ou une chose, souvent utilisé comme titre ou de manière péjorative.

A noun referring to a descriptive word or phrase that characterizes a person or thing, often used as a title or in a derogatory manner.

1. Descriptive termB2formal

   A word or phrase used to describe a person or thing, often highlighting a characteristic.

   Épithète descriptive

   • The king was given the epithet 'the Great' for his conquests.
   • She earned the epithet 'the Iron Lady' for her strong leadership.
   • The poet used the epithet 'rosy-fingered dawn' in his work.

   Synonymesappellationdescriptiondesignationlabelmonikernamenicknamesobriquettagtitle

2. Insulting termB2informal

   A derogatory or abusive word or phrase used to express contempt.

   Épithète injurieuse

   • He hurled a racial epithet at the stranger.
   • The politician was criticized for using offensive epithets during the debate.
   • She was shocked by the epithet shouted from the crowd.

   Synonymesabuseaspersioninsultinvectivename callingslurvilification