Epithetically

/ˌɛpɪˈθɛtɪkəli/ adverb

Definition

In the manner of or by means of epithets; in a way that functions as or involves epithetic language.

Etymology

From epithetical + -ly. This adverb modifies verbs and describes how something is done or described.

Kelly Says

A poet might epithetically describe a sunset as 'golden, burning, dying'—piling on adjectives the way old epic poetry does!

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