Noun
epithet
IPA /ˈepɪθet/
A descriptive word or phrase used as a label for someone or something.
See example sentence: epithet
Her tireless volunteering earned her the affectionate epithet the village's guardian.
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Noun
appellation
IPA /ˌæpəˈleɪʃn/
A name or title given to a person, place or thing.
See example sentence: appellation
His neighbours gave him the affectionate appellation Professor.
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