Epithet
01
tillnamn, förolämpande smeknamn
an abusive word or insulting nickname that is used instead of someone's name or title
Exempel
She scorned those who called her the " bride of Dracula, " rejecting the insulting epithet.
Hon föraktade dem som kallade henne "Draculas brud", och avvisade det kränkande tillnamnet.
His rivals used " Crazy Joe " as an epithet to refer to him in attempts to undermine his character.
Hans rivaler använde "Galen Joe" som epitet för att hänvisa till honom i försök att underminera hans karaktär.
02
epitet, tillnamn
a word or phrase applied to something to convey its character or essence in a descriptive sense
Exempel
Ancient texts often referred to soldiers with epitaphs like " brave warrior " or " mighty archer. "
Gamla texter hänvisade ofta till soldater med epitet som "tappre krigare" eller "mäktig bågskytt".
Fans took to affectionately calling their favorite quarterback " Captain Comeback " as an epithet for his ability to lead late game winning drives.
Fans började kärleksfullt kalla sin favoritquarterback "Captain Comeback" som ett tillnamn för hans förmåga att leda segrande drives sent i matchen.
