Vocabulary and Synonyms

To entreat is to plead, ask earnestly, or request with urgency. It comes from Latin 'entreat' (to treat with, handle). The word conveys humble or earnest asking. The other options are incorrect: loud resounding noise is peal or din, clear from blame is exonerate, and moving secretly is stealth.

Entree (or entree) means an entrance or the act of entering, especially in a formal sense. It can also mean the main course in a meal or the right of entry. The other options are unrelated: clapping hands is applause, disposed to revenge is vindictive, and soak is saturate.

To enumerate is to list items one by one or specify them distinctly. It comes from Latin 'enumerare' (to count out, reckon up). The word implies methodical listing. The other options are incorrect: shrill trumpet sound is clarion, break a law is violate, and stop flow is dam or stem.

To enunciate is to announce, state, or pronounce words clearly and distinctly. It comes from Latin 'enuntiare' (to report, announce). The focus is on clear articulation or proclamation. The other options don't match: holding firmly is embrace, poisonous snake is viper, and arise from is stem from.

To environ means to enclose, surround, or form a ring around something. It comes from Old French 'environner' (to surround, enclose). The word implies being on all sides. The other options are incorrect: fear of being locked is claustrophobia, manly is virile, and foul odor is stench.

An eon (or aeon) is an extremely long, indefinite period of time, often used to describe billions of years in geological or cosmic contexts. It comes from Greek 'aiōn' (age, forever). The other options are incorrect: collarbone is clavicle, in essence is intrinsically, and extremely loud voice is thunderous or deafening.

Ephemeral means lasting for a very short time or transient. The word comes from Greek and describes things that exist briefly rather than permanently.

An epic is a long narrative work that celebrates heroic deeds and adventures. Classic examples include Homer's Iliad and Odyssey, which tell of legendary heroes and their journeys.

An epicure is someone who appreciates fine food and drink. The term originates from the Greek philosopher Epicurus, though his philosophy was about modest pleasures rather than luxury.

Epicurean philosophy, derived from Epicurus, teaches that pleasure is the highest good and pain should be avoided. It emphasizes modest pleasures and tranquility over excess, contrary to popular belief about luxurious indulgence.

An "epigram" is a pithy, witty saying or remark. Distractors like "felt in one's inner organs" (visceral) or "relating to the highest point" (apogean) are incorrect.

Episodic describes stories or events that are divided into distinct, loosely connected parts. TV series often follow this format with standalone episodes that don't necessarily continue a single continuous plot.

An epithet is a descriptive phrase or term used to characterize someone or something. In literature, epithets like 'rosy-fingered dawn' are common stylistic devices that create vivid imagery.

The epitome of something is its perfect example or embodiment. If someone is 'the epitome of elegance,' they represent elegance in its purest, most concentrated form.

Equable describes something that is tranquil, uniform, or free from extremes. An equable climate has mild temperatures without significant variation, while an equable temperament remains calm and steady.