Vocabulary Intro Grade Ten
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This document appears to be a table of contents and introductory sections for a vocabulary learning program organized into units. The table of contents lists 22 units, each covering Latin and Greek word roots and example words using those roots. The introduction sections explain that each unit will provide the vocabulary word, context clues for its definition, and then the actual definition.
![VINC, VICT
EVINCE
The incident at the mill evinced the old saying, “Don’t count your
chickens before they hatch.”
v. To establish; to reflect the truth of
L. e, “out of,” + vincere = to overcome [as with evidence]
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![PRIM
PRIMEVAL
The rough cliffs had a primeval splendor that made us think of the
beginning of time.
adj. Extremely ancient; of earliest time
L. primus + aevum, “age” = [dating from] the first age
syn: primordial
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Vocabulary Intro Grade Ten
- 2. Unit One Unit Two Unit Three Unit Four Unit Five Unit Seven Unit Eight Unit Nine Unit Ten Unit Eleven Unit Twelve Unit Thirteen Unit Fourteen Unit Fifteen Unit Sixteen Unit Seventeen Unit Eighteen Unit Nineteen Unit Twenty Introduction TABLE OF CONTENTS Unit Six Unit Twenty-One Unit Twenty-Two
- 3. The first slide provides the vocabulary word. Use this to begin thinking about the definition. INTRODUCTION Back to Table of Contents
- 4. INTRODUCTION The first click will reveal a context in which the word might be used. Infer the definition of the word by studying its context. Back to Table of Contents
- 5. INTRODUCTION A second click provides the definition of the word. Back to Table of Contents
- 6. UNIT ONE Back to Table of Contents
- 7. VINC, VICT INVINCIBLE Although the Romans thought of themselves as invincible, they too were eventually conquered. adj. Unable to be conquered L. in, “not,” + vincere = not able to be conquered syn: invulnerable ant: vulnerable Unit One Back to Table of Contents Latin VINCERE, VICTUM “to conquer”
- 8. VINC, VICT PROVINCIAL Rory’s somewhat provincial outlook made it difficult for her to understand what people in other parts of the world were going through. adj. Limited in knowledge of the world; narrow-minded L. pro, “forward,” + vincere = having to do with a conquered territory ant: sophisticated Unit One Back to Table of Contents Latin VINCERE, VICTUM “to conquer”
- 9. VINC, VICT EVINCE The incident at the mill evinced the old saying, “Don’t count your chickens before they hatch.” v. To establish; to reflect the truth of L. e, “out of,” + vincere = to overcome [as with evidence] Unit One Back to Table of Contents Latin VINCERE, VICTUM “to conquer”
- 10. DUC, DUCT CONDUCIVE These noisy conditions are not conducive to learning or teaching. adj. Supportive; encouraging; helping to bring about L. com, “with,” + ducere = leading along with syn: helpful, favorable Unit One Back to Table of Contents Latin DUCERE, DUCTUM “to lead”
- 11. DUC, DUCT INDUCE Is there any way I can induce you to come for coffee with me? v. To lead towards some action L. in, “towards,” + ducere = lead into syn: persuade ant: discourage Unit One Back to Table of Contents Latin DUCERE, DUCTUM “to lead”
- 12. DUC, DUCT DEDUCE The detectives deduced from the evidence that the bank had been robbed not long before. v. To draw a conclusion from fact; to infer L. de, “down, away from,” + ducere = lead down from syn: conclude Unit One Back to Table of Contents Latin DUCERE, DUCTUM “to lead”
- 13. TRACT PROTRACTED There was a protracted struggle between the two armies. adj. Extended in time; prolonged L. pro, “forward,” + tractum = dragged forward syn: lingering ant: brief Though they usually broke early, PRO TRACK stars held a PROTRACTED practice today, running even after the sun went down. Unit One Back to Table of Contents Latin TRAHERE, TRACTUM “to drag”
- 14. TRACT INTRACTABLE Isaiah’s intractable nature made bedtimes difficult for his mother. adj. Stubborn; obstinate; hard to move forward L. in, “not,” + tractum = not able to be drawn forward syn: immovable ant: malleable Unit One Back to Table of Contents Latin TRAHERE, TRACTUM “to drag”
- 15. TRACT RETRACT When I found out I was wrong, I was forced to retract my statement. v. To draw back; withdraw L. re, “back,” + tractum = to draw back syn: repeal Unit One Back to Table of Contents Latin TRAHERE, TRACTUM “to drag”
- 16. PETO PETULANT When I told my little brother to put away his toys, he fell into a petulant fit and threw the toys down the stairs. adj. Irritable or short-tempered Unit One Back to Table of Contents Latin PETERE, PETITUM “to seek aggressively, to assail, to rush”
- 17. PETO IMPETUOUS Because Barry was a rather impetuous boy, he often found himself getting into fights over little things. adj. Acting passionately and without forethought L. in, “in, towards” + petere = rushing towards syn: rash ant: careful Unit One Back to Table of Contents Latin PETERE, PETITUM “to seek aggressively, to assail, to rush”
- 18. PETO IMPETUS The tragic accident at the crossroads was the impetus for a meeting on traffic safety. n. That which drives one; momentum L. in, “into,” + petere = rushing into syn: stimulus Back to Table of Contents Latin PETERE, PETITUM “to seek aggressively, to assail, to rush” Unit One
- 19. UNIT TWO Back to Table of Contents
- 20. FRACT, FRING, FRANG FRACTIOUS Malcolm grew from a fractious and irritable child into a tolerant and peaceful adult. adj. Tending to argue or cause discord syn: cross, peevish ant: amiable Unit Two Back to Table of Contents Latin FRANGERE, FRACTUM “to break”
- 21. FRACT, FRING, FRANG INFRACTION For his infraction of the camp code, Kevin had to peel potatoes in the kitchen. n. Minor violation of a rule or law L. in, intensifier + fractum = to break syn: transgression Unit Two Back to Table of Contents Latin FRANGERE, FRACTUM “to break”
- 22. FRACT, FRING, FRANG INFRINGE Susan said her father was infringing upon her freedom when he took her car. v. To intrude on an area belonging to another; to trespass L. in, intensifier + frangere = to break Unit Two Back to Table of Contents Latin FRANGERE, FRACTUM “to break”
- 23. CIS EXCISE Having excised several paragraphs from my essay, I returned to ask my teacher’s advice. v. To cut out of; remove L. ex, “out of,” + cisum = cut out of syn: expunge Unit Two Back to Table of Contents Latin CAEDERE, CISUM “cut, kill”
- 24. INCISIVE Natasha’s fast-moving narratives and incisive style never failed to impress us. adj. Sharply cutting; direct and powerful L. in, “into,” + cisum = cutting into syn: keen ant: dull Unit Two Back to Table of Contents CIS Latin CAEDERE, CISUM “cut, kill”
- 25. CONCISE Because I had only one page to write my note on, my language had to be concise. adj. Brief and straightforward L. con, “with,” + cisum = cutting with or away syn: terse ant: rambling Unit Two Back to Table of Contents CIS Latin CAEDERE, CISUM “cut, kill”
- 26. TOM TOME When I removed the scholarly tome from the shelf, I saw that it had not been read for years. n. A large and serious book G. temnein, “to cut” Unit Two Back to Table of Contents Greek TEMNEIN “to cut”
- 27. TOM EPITOME I hardly think I am the epitome of good citizenship, since I’m not even a registered voter. n. The best or most typical example G. epi, “upon,” + temnein = cut upon syn: embodiment Unit Two Back to Table of Contents Greek TEMNEIN “to cut”
- 28. TOM DICHOTOMY The film critic discussed the fundamental dichotomy in the movie. n. Two opposite parts of one whole G. dicho, “two,” + temnein = cut in two Unit Two Back to Table of Contents Greek TEMNEIN “to cut”
- 29. TOM ANATOMY Maurice’s anatomy showed the results of years of suffering. n. The structure or parts, taken as a whole G. ana, “up,” + temnein = cutting up (any structure) Unit Two Back to Table of Contents Greek TEMNEIN “to cut”
- 30. PUNCT COMPUNCTION Even after a long time in jail, the woman showed no compunction for her crime. n. Feeling of regret or remorse L. com, intensifier + punctum = stinging syn: penitence Unit Two Back to Table of Contents Latin PUNGERE, PUNCTUM “to sting, pierce”
- 31. PUNCT PUNCTILIOUS Max was a punctilious dresser; his hat was always perfectly straight, and his shoes were always shiny. adj. Paying strict attention to detail; extremely careful syn: meticulous ant: careless The PUNK was PUNCTILIOUS about where to rip his jeans. Unit Two Back to Table of Contents Latin PUNGERE, PUNCTUM “to sting, pierce”
- 32. PUNCT PUNGENT The pungent aroma of garlic greeted us as we entered the restaurant. adj. Stinging or biting, especially in taste or smell Unit Two Back to Table of Contents Latin PUNGERE, PUNCTUM “to sting, pierce”
- 33. UNIT THREE Back to Table of Contents
- 34. PEL, PULS COMPEL The pressures of poverty compel many people to do things they would not do otherwise. v. To force or strongly persuade; coerce L. com, “along with,” + pellere = to drive along with syn: sway, eject ant: admit Unit Three Back to Table of Contents Latin PELLERE, PULSUM “to push, to drive”
- 35. PEL, PULS IMPULSE When Nick saw the rows and rows of candy, he was seized by an impulse to spend all of his money. n. A sudden, involuntary urge to do something L. in, “within,” + pulsum = pushed from within syn: whim, spur Unit Three Back to Table of Contents Latin PELLERE, PULSUM “to push, to drive”
- 36. PEL, PULS EXPEL The council took a vote on whether to expel the treasurer for his accounting mistakes. v. To send out or away L. ex, “out of,” + pellere = to push out syn: eject ant: admit Unit Three Back to Table of Contents Latin PELLERE, PULSUM “to push, to drive”
- 37. JAC, JECT CONJECTURE Because you do not know where I was on the night in question, your assertions about what I did are pure conjecture. n. A guess, often one based on inadequate or faulty evidence L. com, “together” + jectum = thrown together syn: theory ant: fact Unit Three Back to Table of Contents Latin JACERE, JECTUM “to throw, to cast”
- 38. JAC, JECT DEJECTED After Mac lost the race, he sat in the corner, abandoned and dejected. adj. Downcast or sad; depressed L. de, “down,” + jectum = cast down syn: dispirited ant: animated Unit Three Back to Table of Contents Latin JACERE, JECTUM “to throw, to cast”
- 39. JAC, JECT ABJECT Even in the wealthiest countries, some people are forced to live in abject poverty. adj. Lowly, miserable and wretched L. ab, “away,” + jectum = thrown away syn: degraded ant: exalted Unit Three Back to Table of Contents Latin JACERE, JECTUM “to throw, to cast”
- 40. MIT, MIS We sent out a SCARY-looking EMISSARY to speak with the enemy. EMISSARY During the peace talks, the young Italian diplomat was sent as an emissary to Beijing. n. An agent sent on a mission L. ex, “out,” + missum = one sent out syn: go-between Unit Three Back to Table of Contents Latin MITTERE, MISSUM “send”
- 41. MIT, MIS DISMISSIVE The professor responded to my confused question with a dismissive wave of his hand. adj. Showing little regard; scornful L. dis, “apart, away,” + missum = sending away syn: contemptuous Unit Three Back to Table of Contents Latin MITTERE, MISSUM “send”
- 42. MIT, MIS REMISS Do you think I was remiss in not cleaning up after the party? adj. Failing to fulfill one’s duty; negligent L. re, “back,” + missum = sent back syn: delinquent ant: prudent Unit Three Back to Table of Contents Latin MITTERE, MISSUM “send”
- 43. MOT, MOV MOTIVE The detective had the difficult job of establishing a motive for the murder of a popular businessman. n. Cause for action L. motus = moving (reason or idea) syn: incentive Unit Three Back to Table of Contents Latin MOVERE, MOTUS “to move”
- 44. MOT, MOV MOTIF The recurring father-son motif in this novel makes me wonder about the author’s relationship with his own father. n. A recurring theme, subject or idea French motif, “dominant idea,” originally from Latin motus Unit Three Back to Table of Contents Latin MOVERE, MOTUS “to move”
- 45. MOT, MOV EMOTE My sister tended to emote more than the other members of our shy, socially awkward family. v. To dramatically express emotions L. e, “out of,” + motus = to move out of (oneself) syn: dramatize Unit Three Back to Table of Contents Latin MOVERE, MOTUS “to move”
- 46. UNIT FOUR Back to Table of Contents
- 47. VIA VIADUCT The ancient viaduct washed out in the heavy rains. n. A bridge that carries a road or railroad over a valley L. via + ductum, “leading” = road leading Unit Four Back to Table of Contents Latin VIA “road, way”
- 48. VIA IMPERVIOUS Andy seems impervious to criticism, but his feelings are very easily hurt. adj. Unable to be affected L. in, “not,” + per, “through,” + via = no way through syn: invulnerable Unit Four Back to Table of Contents Latin VIA “road, way”
- 49. VIA DEVIATE Once Rick decides on a plan for his business projects, he never deviates from it. v. To depart, especially from a path or plan L. de, “off, away from,” + via = off the path syn: stray ant: continue Unit Four Back to Table of Contents Latin VIA “road, way”
- 50. VIA OBVIATE If you take safety precautions now, you can obviate some future medical expenses. v. To make unnecessary; to avoid L. ob, “in the way of,” + via = to get in the way syn: prevent Unit Four Back to Table of Contents Latin VIA “road, way”
- 51. FER DEFER 1. If Mahmoud decides to travel to France, he will have to defer his examinations until April. 2. The younger doctor will defer to his senior partner when the patient asks a question. 1. v. To put aside until later; 2. v. To yield respectfully L. de, “off, away,” + ferre = to put off syn: postpone ant: hasten Unit Four Back to Table of Contents Latin FERRE “to carry, to bring”
- 52. FER DEFERENCE As new soldiers, we were warned to show deference to our commander in all matters. n. Act or practice of yielding to another’s authority syn: submission ant: rebellion Unit Four Back to Table of Contents Latin FERRE “to carry, to bring”
- 53. FER CONFER 1. The trivia show contestant conferred with the other members of her team before answering the question. 2. In a ceremony held earlier today, the government of France conferred several honors on the general. 1. v. To discuss something with someone else; consult; 2. v. To bestow L. con, “together,” + ferre = to carry together Unit Four Back to Table of Contents Latin FERRE “to carry, to bring”
- 54. FER INFERENCE When I saw the horse tracks across the snow, I made the inference that someone had left the gate open, allowing the horses to escape. n. A conclusion not directly provided by evidence, but able to be drawn from the facts at hand L. in, “in,” + ferre = to bring in Unit Four Back to Table of Contents Latin FERRE “to carry, to bring”
- 55. FER PROFFER When the reporter asked for more information, the policeman proffered a ten-page document. v. To present or offer L. pro, “forward,” + ferre = to bring forward ant: withhold Unit Four Back to Table of Contents Latin FERRE “to carry, to bring”
- 56. FER PROLIFERATE Without natural predators, a species will proliferate until it overwhelms its environment. v. To increase greatly in number; multiply L. proles, “offspring,” + ferre = to bring forth offspring syn: reproduce Unit Four Back to Table of Contents Latin FERRE “to carry, to bring”
- 57. PORT COMPORTMENT No fault could be found with my comportment during the awards ceremony. n. Manner in which one acts or behaves L. com, “together,” + portare = bring together syn: demeanor Unit Four Back to Table of Contents Latin PORTARE, PORTATUM “to carry, to bring”
- 58. PORT PURPORTED Tim’s purported illness kept him out of school on the day of the test. adj. Claimed as true, but probably false L. pro, “forward,” + portare = brought forth syn: alleged ant: definite Unit Four Back to Table of Contents Latin PORTARE, PORTATUM “to carry, to bring” It was once PURPORTED that PORPOISES could talk.
- 59. UNIT FIVE Back to Table of Contents
- 60. VID, VIS ENVISAGE No matter how she tried, Larraine could not envisage living anywhere but California. v. To imagine; to conceive of L. in, “in,” + visum = to see into syn: perceive Unit Five Back to Table of Contents Latin VIDERE, VISUM “to see”
- 61. VID, VIS VISAGE The twisted visage of the monster costume frightened the toddlers in the room. n. Face; facial expression syn: expression Unit Five Back to Table of Contents Latin VIDERE, VISUM “to see”
- 62. PARI APPARITION The first time Hamlet sees the apparition of his dead father, he can hardly believe his eyes. n. An unreal figure; a ghost L. ad, “to,” + parere = appear to syn: specter Unit Five Back to Table of Contents Latin PARERE, PARITUM “be visible, appear”
- 63. SPEC PERSPICACIOUS Having praised Kate for her perspicacious decisions as treasurer, Nigel went on to warn her of the obstacles ahead. adj. Wise; insightful; acutely intelligent L. per, “through,” + specere = seeing through syn: perceptive ant: dim-witted; short-sighted Unit Five Back to Table of Contents Latin SPECERE, SPECTUM “to look”
- 64. SPEC RETROSPECTIVE The museum will be showcasing a retrospective exhibit of the sculptor’s works. adj . Looking backward over a period of time L. retro, “backwards,” + spectum = looking backward Unit Five Back to Table of Contents Latin SPECERE, SPECTUM “to look”
- 65. SPEC ASPECT Not every aspect of this situation is negative; though we have made mistakes, we can learn from them. n. A part that can be considered or viewed L. ad, “toward,” + spectum = seen toward syn: facet Unit Five Back to Table of Contents Latin SPECERE, SPECTUM “to look”
- 66. SPEC INTROSPECTIVE The introspective poet enjoyed taking long walks alone. adj. Contemplating one’s own thoughts and feelings L. intro, “within,” + spectum = looking within syn: meditative ant: shallow Unit Five Back to Table of Contents Latin SPECERE, SPECTUM “to look”
- 67. PHAN PHENOMENON We observed the same phenomenon numerous times among the songbirds. n. A fact or event which can be observed and/or documented Unit Five Back to Table of Contents Greek PHANEIN “to appear, to show”
- 68. PHAN DIAPHANOUS The diaphanous curtains were lightly lifted by any breeze, no matter how slight. adj. Lightweight and transparent G. dia, “through,” + phanein = to show through syn: opaque Unit Five Back to Table of Contents Greek PHANEIN “to appear, to show”
- 69. PHAN EPIPHANY The doctor’s epiphany eventually led to a breakthrough vaccine. n. A moment of great insight; revelation G. epi, “near to,” + phanein = appearing near to TIFFANY had an EPIPHANY while studying. Unit Five Back to Table of Contents Greek PHANEIN “to appear, to show”
- 70. PHAN SYCOPHANT The new president of the company was surrounded by sycophants who never disagreed with him. n. A person who flatters; a yes-man G. sukos, “fig,” + phanein = fig-displayer Unit Five Back to Table of Contents Greek PHANEIN “to appear, to show”
- 71. UNIT SIX Back to Table of Contents
- 72. HER, HES ADHERENT Pilar was an adherent of the Baptist faith until about five years ago, when she converted to Catholicism. n. A follower of a person or idea L. ad, “to,” + haerere = to stick to syn: disciple ant: opponent Unit Six Back to Table of Contents Latin HAERERE, HAESUM “to attach, be fixed”
- 73. HER, HES INCOHERENT The mayor’s incoherent speech about financial responsibility confused the audience. adj. Not able to be understood; nonsensical L. in, “not,” + co, “together,” + haerere = not sticking together syn: confused ant: clear Unit Six Back to Table of Contents Latin HAERERE, HAESUM “to attach, be fixed”
- 74. HER, HES INHERENT In human beings, the desire to build and create is inherent. adj. Existing as a natural part L. in, “within,” + haerere = fixed from within syn: innate, inborn Unit Six Back to Table of Contents Latin HAERERE, HAESUM “to attach, be fixed”
- 75. FUS DIFFUSE 1. You can tighten up a diffuse essay by removing off-topic sentences. 2. The chemist noticed that the colored oil had diffused through the water in the glass. 1. adj. not concentrated or focused; wordy; 2. v. to spread out or distribute L. dis, “apart,” + fusum = poured apart syn: 1. scattered; 2. disperse ant: 1. concentrated; 2. concentrate Unit Six Back to Table of Contents Latin FUNDERE, FUSUM “to pour out”
- 76. FUS EFFUSIVE The volunteers, young and effusive, all seemed to speak at once. adj. Overflowing with words or feelings; gushing L. ex, “out of,” + fusum = pouring forth syn: enthusiastic ant: restrained Unit Six Back to Table of Contents Latin FUNDERE, FUSUM “to pour out”
- 77. FUS PROFUSE The reviewers’ praise for the young actor was profuse. adj. Plentiful; abundant L. pro, “toward,” + fusum = pouring out (in a heap) syn: bounteous The PROF USED PROFUSE words to explain the workings of the solar system. Unit Six Back to Table of Contents Latin FUNDERE, FUSUM “to pour out”
- 78. SOLU, SOLV RESOLUTE The firemen faced the disaster with resolute courage. adj. Determined; steadfast L. re, “again,” + solutum = solving again syn: unshakeable Unit Six Back to Table of Contents Latin SOLVERE, SOLUTUM “to loosen, to solve”
- 79. SOLU, SOLV DISSOLUTE Neil’s father disapproved of Neil’s dissolute, party-centered lifestyle. adj. Devoted to sensual pleasure; lacking moral restraint L. dis, “apart,” + solutum = loosened (so as to fall apart) syn: dissipated; decadent Unit Six Back to Table of Contents Latin SOLVERE, SOLUTUM “to loosen, to solve”
- 80. SOLU, SOLV INSOLUBLE 1. The company’s financial problems were difficult, but not insoluble. 2. Because the fibers are insoluble in water, they take a long time to break down. adj. 1. Impossible to solve or fix; 2. Unable to be dissolved L. in, “not,” + solutum + ible, “able to be” = not able to be solved syn: 1. puzzling; 2. tough ant: uncomplicated Unit Six Back to Table of Contents Latin SOLVERE, SOLUTUM “to loosen, to solve”
- 81. LEG DILIGENT If you are diligent in your studies, you’ll learn a lot and get good grades. adj. Hard-working and careful L. dis, “apart,” + legere = setting apart; carefully selecting syn: assiduous ant: lazy Unit Six Back to Table of Contents Latin LEGO, LECTUM “to select, to choose, to gather”
- 82. LEG RECOLLECT The witness could not recollect seeing anything unusual on the day of the crime. v. To remember; to recall L. re, “again,” + con, “together,” + lectum = gathered back together Unit Six Back to Table of Contents Latin LEGO, LECTUM “to select, to choose, to gather”
- 83. LEG SACRILEGE Many people considered the theft of the church funds not just a crime, but a sacrilege. n. An act against a holy person or place L. sacer, “holy,” + legere = one who collects holy objects illegally syn: profanity ant: reverence Unit Six Back to Table of Contents Latin LEGO, LECTUM “to select, to choose, to gather”
- 84. UNIT SEVEN Back to Table of Contents
- 85. FAC, FACT, FIC PROFICIENT Teresa is a proficient harpist, but she’s also a wonderful piano player. adj. Skilled at; highly knowledgeable of L. pro, “forward,” + facere = forward doing (going forth, achieving) syn: able ant: unskilled Unit Seven Back to Table of Contents Latin FACERE, FACTUM “to make, do”
- 86. FAC, FACT, FIC FACTOTUM In my role as office factotum, I served coffee, made copies, called clients, and balanced the company checkbook. n. An assistant who does a variety of jobs L. facere + totum, “all, everything” = one who does everything Unit Seven Back to Table of Contents Latin FACERE, FACTUM “to make, do”
- 87. FAC, FACT, FIC FACSIMILE The art dealer produced a facsimile of the painting that could hardly be distinguished from the original. n. A copy or imitation L. facere + similis, “alike” = made alike syn: reproduction ant: original Unit Seven Back to Table of Contents Latin FACERE, FACTUM “to make, do”
- 88. FAC, FACT, FIC FACILE The book’s facile explanation of complex scientific principles will leave readers feeling unsatisfied. adj. Too simplistic or easy L. facilis, “easy,” originally from facere syn: shallow ant: complex Unit Seven Back to Table of Contents Latin FACERE, FACTUM “to make, do”
- 89. PON, POUND EXPOUND We listened to the police chief expound upon the new traffic regulations. v. To explain or discuss in detail L. ex, “out of,” + positum = to arrange out of syn: clarify The dieter EXPOUNDED upon his EX-POUNDS. Unit Seven Back to Table of Contents Latin PONERE, POSITUM “to put, to place, to arrange”
- 90. PON, POUND PROPONENT Is the governor a proponent of stricter gun control? n. One who argues in favor of; supporter L. pro, “supporting,” + ponere = to put forward with support syn: advocate ant: critic Unit Seven Back to Table of Contents Latin PONERE, POSITUM “to put, to place, to arrange”
- 91. STRUCT, STRUE INFRASTRUCTURE The council discussed improvements to the infrastructure of the county tax program. n. The basic framework of a building or a system L. infra, “between,” + structum = built between Unit Seven Back to Table of Contents Latin STRUERE, STRUCTUM “to build”
- 92. STRUCT, STRUE CONSTRUE Alton construed Cindy’s thoughtful silence as a rejection of his proposal. v. To interpret or analyze something in a particular way L. con, “together,” + struere = to build together (evidence) syn: understand ant: mix up Unit Seven Back to Table of Contents Latin STRUERE, STRUCTUM “to build”
- 93. STRUCT, STRUE CONSTRUCTIVE Matt tried to provide constructive, but honest, advice to his coworkers. adj. Having a positive effect; helpful L. con, “together,” + structum = to build together (to build up) syn: useful ant: harmful Unit Seven Back to Table of Contents Latin STRUERE, STRUCTUM “to build”
- 94. STIT, STAT DESTITUTE When my friends found themselves destitute and facing a harsh winter, they turned to me for help. adj. Having no money; poor L. de, “down from,” + status = down from a standing position syn: penniless ant: prosperous Unit Seven Back to Table of Contents Latin STARE, STATUS “to stand”
- 95. STIT, STAT RESTITUTION After Greg got food poisoning, he sued the restaurant for restitution. n. Payment for an injury; compensation L. re, “again,” + status = standing again syn: amends Unit Seven Back to Table of Contents Latin STARE, STATUS “to stand”
- 96. STIT, STAT STATURE If you want to improve your stature in the company, try working longer hours. n. Level of achievement or authority; standing L. status = standing syn: rank Unit Seven Back to Table of Contents Latin STARE, STATUS “to stand”
- 97. UNIT EIGHT Back to Table of Contents
- 98. PLAC COMPLACENT Susanna saw that the children were becoming lazy and complacent, so she urged them to become involved in volunteer work. adj. Satisfied with a situation that should be changed or improved L. com, intensifier, + placere = too pleased syn: smug Unit Eight Back to Table of Contents Latin PLACERE, PLACITUM “to please”
- 99. PLAC PLACEBO Good news on the political front is often a placebo for the stock market, even if it becomes bad news again the next day. n. Something which has a positive mental effect, but no physical effect L. literally, “I will please” syn: quick fix Unit Eight Back to Table of Contents Latin PLACERE, PLACITUM “to please”
- 100. PLAC PLACID Tara’s placid expression never seemed to register the chaos around her. adj. Calm; undisturbed syn: peaceful ant: agitated Unit Eight Back to Table of Contents Latin PLACERE, PLACITUM “to please”
- 101. GRAT GRATUITOUS Movies today are often criticized for gratuitous violence. adj. Unnecessary or unwanted L. gratus done only to please (unasked for, unneeded) syn: unessential ant: important Unit Eight Back to Table of Contents Latin GRATUS “pleasing, earning thanks” or “thankful”
- 102. GRAT INGRATIATE Annie suspected that the student was trying to ingratiate himself with his teachers. v. To gain another’s favor by flattery or false friendliness L. in, “in, to” + gratus = into favor Unit Eight Back to Table of Contents Latin GRATUS “pleasing, earning thanks” or “thankful”
- 103. GRAT INGRATE When Amber threw down her birthday present in disappointment, she seemed a spoiled little ingrate. n. One who is not properly thankful L. in, “not,” + gratus = not thankful Unit Eight Back to Table of Contents Latin GRATUS “pleasing, earning thanks” or “thankful”
- 104. DOC, DOCT DOCILE Ruffles, who had previously been the most docile of the cats, suddenly started hissing and biting. adj. Easily taught; submissive to instruction L. docilis = able to be taught syn: obedient ant: defiant Unit Eight Back to Table of Contents Latin DOCERE, DOCTUM “to teach”
- 105. DOC, DOCT INDOCTRINATE The cult leader attempted to indoctrinate his new followers in the ways of his teachings. v. To teach a certain point of view to L. in, “into,” + docere = to teach into syn: instill Unit Eight Back to Table of Contents Latin DOCERE, DOCTUM “to teach”
- 106. DOC, DOCT DOCTRINE Followers of this political doctrine believe that war is the solution to most political problems. n. That which is taught; body of beliefs or ideas L. doctrina = a teaching syn: creed Unit Eight Back to Table of Contents Latin DOCERE, DOCTUM “to teach”
- 107. TEMPER TEMPER Serita tempers her spicy stew with a little milk or yogurt. v. To decrease the strength of Unit Eight Back to Table of Contents Latin TEMPERARE, TEMPERATUM “to temper, make less severe”
- 108. TEMPER TEMPERANCE Jordan’s temperance at the buffet table spared her the indigestion that I got. n. Restraint or moderation, especially in regards to alcohol or food syn: frugality ant: indulgence For many, the TEMPLE was a place of TEMPERANCE. Unit Eight Back to Table of Contents Latin TEMPERARE, TEMPERATUM “to temper, make less severe”
- 109. TEMPER INTEMPERATE In terms of climate, the Sahara desert and Antarctica are two of the most intemperate places in the world. adj. Lacking moderation; severe or extreme L. in, “not,” + temperatum = not tempered syn: rigorous Unit Eight Back to Table of Contents Latin TEMPERARE, TEMPERATUM “to temper, make less severe”
- 110. UNIT NINE Back to Table of Contents
- 111. TORT, TORQ TORTUOUS The tortuous road up the mountain was difficult and dangerous to navigate in the dark. adj. Not direct or straightforward L. tortus = twisting syn: circuitous ant: straightforward Unit Nine Back to Table of Contents Latin TORQUERE, TORTUS “to twist”
- 112. TORT, TORQ RETORT When I complained that Paula had given me bad directions, she retorted that I should have looked at a map. v. To respond critically or sarcastically L. re, “back,” + tortus = to twist (words) back syn: reply Unit Nine Back to Table of Contents Latin TORQUERE, TORTUS “to twist”
- 113. TORT, TORQ EXTORT Because the corrupt official possessed potentially damaging information about his colleagues, he wanted to extort money from them. v. To wrongly or illegally force someone to comply with a demand L. ex, “out of,” + tortus = twisted out of syn: coerce ant: coax Unit Nine Back to Table of Contents Latin TORQUERE, TORTUS “to twist”
- 114. VOLV, VOLU VOLUBLE Our new recruit was an enthusiastic and voluble young man who would strike up a conversation with anyone. adj. Talkative; given to rapid, abundant speech L. volutum = rolling out (words) syn: chatty ant: quiet Unit Nine Back to Table of Contents Latin VOLVERE, VOLUTUM “to roll, to turn”
- 115. VOLV, VOLU CONVOLUTED Sarah looked skeptical when she heard my convoluted excuse for being late. adj. Having too many twists and turns; overly complicated L. con, “together,” + volutum = to roll together syn: tangled ant: clear Unit Nine Back to Table of Contents Latin VOLVERE, VOLUTUM “to roll, to turn”
- 116. VOLV, VOLU EVOLVE Our volunteer group started out small, but evolved into a large, statewide organization. v. To unfold; to develop or change gradually L. e, “out of,” + volvere = to turn out syn: progress ant: regress Unit Nine Back to Table of Contents Latin VOLVERE, VOLUTUM “to roll, to turn”
- 117. FLEX, FLECT INFLEXIBLE Some of Greg’s students thought of him as an inflexible tyrant because he never allowed them extra time for assignments. adj. Too unchangeable in character or purpose L. in “not,” + flectum = not bending syn: rigid, stiff ant: flexible Unit Nine Back to Table of Contents Latin FLECTERE, FLECTUM “to bend”
- 118. FLEX, FLECT DEFLECT Joe skillfully deflected his opponent’s blows with an upraised arm. v. To cause to turn aside or away L. de, “away,” + flectum = turn (something) aside syn: redirect ant: accept Unit Nine Back to Table of Contents Latin FLECTERE, FLECTUM “to bend”
- 119. FLEX, FLECT INFLECTION If you want to make your meaning clearer, try a different inflection on the first words of the poem. n. Change in pitch or tone of the voice L. in, “in,” + flectere = to bend (the voice) A tonsil INFECTION changed the singer’s INFLECTION. Unit Nine Back to Table of Contents Latin FLECTERE, FLECTUM “to bend”
- 120. VERT, VERS ADVERSE We were pleased to have made it up the mountain under such adverse conditions. adj. Not helpful; harmful L. ad, “against,” + versum = turned against syn: unfortunate, injurious ant: conducive Unit Nine Back to Table of Contents Latin VERTERE, VERSUM “to turn”
- 121. VERT, VERS REVERT Annie hopes never to revert to the bad habits she gave up. v. To fall back into an old condition L. re, “back,” + vertere = to turn (something) back syn: lapse ant: improve Unit Nine Back to Table of Contents Latin VERTERE, VERSUM “to turn”
- 122. VERT, VERS SUBVERT The queen was afraid the rebellious subjects would subvert her authority. v. To undermine; to corrupt L. sub, “beneath,” + vertere = to turn from beneath syn: invalidate ant: support Unit Nine Back to Table of Contents Latin VERTERE, VERSUM “to turn”
- 123. UNIT TEN Back to Table of Contents
- 124. CRIMIN DECRIMINALIZE Eric is part of a group that is calling upon the government to decriminalize certain drugs. v. To do away with legal penalties for L. de, “away, off,” + crimen = (to take) a crime away Unit Ten Back to Table of Contents Latin CRIMEN “crime, charge of crime”
- 125. CRIMIN INCRIMINATE If the stolen necklace we found in your drawer doesn’t incriminate you, I don’t know what does. v. To reveal guilt, or make (someone) appear guilty L. in, “onto,” + crimen = (put) crime onto syn: implicate ant: acquit Unit Ten Back to Table of Contents Latin CRIMEN “crime, charge of crime”
- 126. CRIMIN RECRIMINATION The two friends got into a bitter fight and began hurling recriminations at one another. n. An accusation made in reply; a counter charge L. re, “back,” + crimen = charge (made) back syn: rebuke Unit Ten Back to Table of Contents Latin CRIMEN “crime, charge of crime”
- 127. CULP CULPABLE Marshall, who ran the Tilt-a-Whirl, considered himself culpable for the accident at the amusement park. adj. Deserving blame L. culpatum + able = able to be blamed syn: liable ant: blameless Unit Ten Back to Table of Contents Latin CULPARE, CULPATUM “to blame”
- 128. CULP CULPRIT Police currently have no idea who the culprit behind the fire might be, but they have a long list of suspects. n. One responsible for a crime syn: perpetrator Unit Ten Back to Table of Contents Latin CULPARE, CULPATUM “to blame”
- 129. CULP MEA CULPA “Mea culpa!” said Miguela, with some embarrassment, when she realized that she’d left the car windows down. n. Interjection statement uttered to show personal responsibility for a wrong Directly from Latin mea culpa, “my fault” Unit Ten Back to Table of Contents Latin CULPARE, CULPATUM “to blame”
- 130. ONUS, ONER ONUS The onus of proving that this man was at the crime scene now rests on the detective. n. Burden or obligation syn: duty Since nobody else would do it, the ONUS of moving the piano was ON US. Unit Ten Back to Table of Contents Latin ONUS “burden”
- 131. ONUS, ONER ONEROUS Dr. Lassiter faced the onerous task of telling the patient that his cancer had spread. adj. Unpleasant and burdensome syn: demanding ant: easy Unit Ten Back to Table of Contents Latin ONUS “burden”
- 132. ONUS, ONER EXONERATE We feel sure the evidence we have uncovered will exonerate Anna. v. To prove not guilty L. ex, “out of,” + onus = out of the burden (of proof) syn: acquit ant: condemn, convict Unit Ten Back to Table of Contents Latin ONUS “burden”
- 133. PROB, PROV APPROBATION Ellen won widespread approbation for her work in biomedical research. n. Praise or approval L. ad, “towards,” + probare = approval towards syn: commendation ant: condemnation Unit Ten Back to Table of Contents Latin PROBARE, PROBATUM “prove good, approve”
- 134. PROB, PROV REPROBATE The reprobates who set fire to the forest must be caught and punished. n. A dishonest or immoral person; a scoundrel L. re, “back, away from,” + probare = one away from approval syn: delinquent Unit Ten Back to Table of Contents Latin PROBARE, PROBATUM “prove good, approve”
- 135. PROB, PROV REPROVE My aunt Thelma gently reproved me for taking more than my share of dessert. v. To scold or criticize L. re, “back,” + probare = approval back syn: chide ant: praise Unit Ten Back to Table of Contents Latin PROBARE, PROBATUM “prove good, approve”
- 136. UNIT ELEVEN Back to Table of Contents
- 137. FID DIFFIDENT The young student, fearing the wrath of her teacher, spoke in a tiny, diffident voice. adj. Shy; not assertive L. dis, “not,” + fidere = not trusting syn: bashful ant: confident Unit Eleven Back to Table of Contents Latin FIDERE, FISUS “to trust, believe”
- 138. FID FIDELITY The fidelity shown by the soldier was the subject of a book and a film. n. Faithfulness; loyalty L. fidelis, “faithfulness,” from fidere ant: treachery Unit Eleven Back to Table of Contents Latin FIDERE, FISUS “to trust, believe”
- 139. FID CONFIDE Gerri confided to me that she was very nervous about performing for the first time. v. To trust (another) with information or a secret L. con, “with,” + fidus = to be trusting with ant: conceal Unit Eleven Back to Table of Contents Latin FIDERE, FISUS “to trust, believe”
- 140. FALL FALLACY Even if I could convince myself that everyone feels the way I do, I would know in my heart that it was a fallacy. n. A misleading or mistaken idea L. fallax, “deceptive (idea),” from fallere syn: misconception ant: truth Unit Eleven Back to Table of Contents Latin FALLERE, FALSUM “to deceive”
- 141. FALL FALLACIOUS The council accused the businessman of unethical conduct and fallacious wording of contracts. adj. Misleading or deceptive Unit Eleven Back to Table of Contents Latin FALLERE, FALSUM “to deceive”
- 142. FALL FALLIBLE My brother strongly believed in the cause, but he was as fallible as any human being, and temptation led him astray. adj. Capable of being mistaken; imperfect L. fallere + ible, “able to be” = able to be deceived ant: infallible, flawless Unit Eleven Back to Table of Contents Latin FALLERE, FALSUM “to deceive”
- 143. CRED CREDIBLE Sam’s story about the avalanche was amazing, but credible. adj. Able to be trusted in or believed L. credere + ible, “able to be” = able to be believed syn: valid ant: doubtful Although Sam told me that tires are EDIBLE, something tells me that isn’t CREDIBLE. Unit Eleven Back to Table of Contents Latin CREDERE, CREDITUM “to trust, believe”
- 144. CRED CREDENCE I did not give credence to the rumors about the sheriff. n. Trust or belief syn: acceptance ant: mistrust Unit Eleven Back to Table of Contents Latin CREDERE, CREDITUM “to trust, believe”
- 145. CRED CREDULITY As Gabrielle grew older, she lost her innocent credulity and became more cynical about people’s intentions. n. Tendency to believe things too quickly or easily syn: gullibility ant: skepticism Unit Eleven Back to Table of Contents Latin CREDERE, CREDITUM “to trust, believe”
- 146. CRED INCREDULOUS When Pete heard what I said, he gave me an incredulous stare. adj. Unable to believe something; amazed L. in, “not,” + credere = not believing syn: skeptical ant: trusting Unit Eleven Back to Table of Contents Latin CREDERE, CREDITUM “to trust, believe”
- 147. DUB DUBIOUS Penny seemed rather dubious about the whole idea of skydiving. adj. Uncertain; doubtful syn: unconvinced ant: positive Unit Eleven Back to Table of Contents Latin DUBIUS “doubtful” DUBITARE, DUBITATUM, “to doubt”
- 148. DUB INDUBITABLE The mechanic was a man of indubitable loyalty. adj. Certain beyond doubt or question L. in, “not,” + dubius = not able to be doubted syn: absolute ant: unsure Unit Eleven Back to Table of Contents Latin DUBIUS “doubtful” DUBITARE, DUBITATUM, “to doubt”
- 149. DUB REDOUBTABLE Even the most redoubtable of the warriors did not last very long in the blizzard. adj. Worthy of fear or respect; mighty Middle French redouter, “dread,” (from L. re, “again,” + dubius, “doubt”) syn: formidable Unit Eleven Back to Table of Contents Latin DUBIUS “doubtful” DUBITARE, DUBITATUM, “to doubt”
- 150. UNIT TWELVE Back to Table of Contents
- 151. ULTIMA ULTIMATE The ultimate humiliation came when Robbie’s teacher yelled at him in front of the whole class. adj. Surpassing all others; definitive L. ultimus = having a final quality Unit Twelve Back to Table of Contents Latin ULTIMUS “last”
- 152. ULTIMA PENULTIMATE In the penultimate chapter of the book, the author prepares us for the shocking twists of the final chapter. adj. Just before the final; next to last L. paene, “almost,” + ultimus = the next to last Unit Twelve Back to Table of Contents Latin ULTIMUS “last”
- 153. ULTIMA ULTIMATUM The pirates gave us an ultimatum: either reveal where the prisoners were, or walk the plank. n. A demand or threat that is final L. ultimus (that which is) final Unit Twelve Back to Table of Contents Latin ULTIMUS “last”
- 154. FIN INFINITE Although Seth was a man of seemingly infinite patience, he sometimes became frustrated. adj. Without beginning or end L. in, “not,” + finis = (having) no end Unit Twelve Back to Table of Contents Latin FINIS “end, border, limit”
- 155. FIN DEFINITIVE John did not consider the work a definitive authority on the history of tennis. adj. Defining for all others; standard L. de, “from,” + finis = (measurable) from its limits syn: absolute ant: uncertain Unit Twelve Back to Table of Contents Latin FINIS “end, border, limit”
- 156. FIN INFINITESIMAL If any of the contaminant is left in the water supply, it is there only in infinitesimal amounts. adj. Extremely small; incalculably or immeasurably small L. in, “not,” + finis = (so small as to have) no measure syn: microscopic ant: huge Unit Twelve Back to Table of Contents Latin FINIS “end, border, limit”
- 157. NOV NOVEL The company had a novel approach to the problem of engine breakdown. adj. New and different syn: original ant: stale Unit Twelve Back to Table of Contents Latin NOVUS “new”
- 158. NOV NOVICE Even I, a chess novice, could appreciate the beauty of the master’s play. n. An inexperienced person; amateur L. novitia, “one who is new,” from novus syn: beginner ant: expert The NOVICE gangster had “NO VICE” yet. Unit Twelve Back to Table of Contents Latin NOVUS “new”
- 159. NOV INNOVATIVE The innovative design of the new C-267 makes it the easiest vacuum cleaner to use. adj. Showing creativity and originality L. in, “intensive,” + novus = very new syn: inventive ant: conservative Unit Twelve Back to Table of Contents Latin NOVUS “new”
- 160. PRIM PRIMAL Fear is one of our more primal emotions; it helped our ancient ancestors survive. adj. Original; dating from the beginning of existence syn: primitive ant: modern Unit Twelve Back to Table of Contents Latin PRIMUS “first”
- 161. PRIM PRIMEVAL The rough cliffs had a primeval splendor that made us think of the beginning of time. adj. Extremely ancient; of earliest time L. primus + aevum, “age” = [dating from] the first age syn: primordial Unit Twelve Back to Table of Contents Latin PRIMUS “first”
- 162. PRIM PRIMACY No one dared question the primacy of the police captain in the precinct. n. Condition of being first in time or importance Unit Twelve Back to Table of Contents Latin PRIMUS “first”
- 163. UNIT THIRTEEN Back to Table of Contents
- 164. ERR ABERRANT Since the data had previously been so consistent, the aberrant results puzzled the scientists. adj. Deviating from a pattern or rule L. ab, “away from,” + errare = wandering away from syn: abnormal ant: typical Unit Thirteen Back to Table of Contents Latin ERRARE, ERRATUM “to wander”
- 165. ERR ERRONEOUS Tina came to the understandable but erroneous conclusion that all dogs were unfriendly. adj. Wrong or inaccurate L. erronis (from errare) = straying from (the correct rule or standard) syn: mistaken ant: correct Unit Thirteen Back to Table of Contents Latin ERRARE, ERRATUM “to wander”
- 166. ERR ERRANT The errant knight soon found more adventure than he had bargained for. adj. Wandering or straying syn: wayward ant: on course Unit Thirteen Back to Table of Contents Latin ERRARE, ERRATUM “to wander”
- 167. GRAD, GRESS DEGRADE Hannah felt that the mayor’s comment degraded women and should be withdrawn. v. To lower in dignity or esteem; insult L. de, “down,” + gradi = (to cause to) go down syn: belittle ant: honor Unit Thirteen Back to Table of Contents Latin GRADI, GRESSUM “to go forth, to proceed”
- 168. GRAD, GRESS CONGRESS The meeting of scientists was hailed as “a congress of great minds.” n. A coming together L. con, “together,” + gressum = a proceeding together Unit Thirteen Back to Table of Contents Latin GRADI, GRESSUM “to go forth, to proceed”
- 169. GRAD, GRESS EGRESS The prisoners were given egress after their court hearing. n. Act of going out; exit L. e, “out of,” + gressum = going out Unit Thirteen Back to Table of Contents Latin GRADI, GRESSUM “to go forth, to proceed”
- 170. VEN, VENT CONVENE With the ringing of the bell, our chairman convened the fifth annual workshop. v. To call together, to assemble L. con, “together,” + venire = to come together syn: gather ant: adjourn Unit Thirteen Back to Table of Contents Latin VENIRE, VENTUM “to come”
- 171. VEN, VENT COVENANT Because the ancient covenant between the two tribes had been broken, a special meeting had to be called. n. A mutual or legal agreement syn: contract ant: break off Unit Thirteen Back to Table of Contents Latin VENIRE, VENTUM “to come”
- 172. VEN, VENT CIRCUMVENT Harold attempted to circumvent the problem by planning ahead. v. To avoid by going around; bypass L. circum, “around,” + ventum = to go around syn: sidestep ant: confront The traffic had to CIRCUMVENT the CIRCUS TENT that was set up in the middle of Main Street. Unit Thirteen Back to Table of Contents Latin VENIRE, VENTUM “to come”
- 173. CUR, CURS CURSORY Diane gave me a cursory wave as she was whisked away into the ballroom. adj. Hasty and superficial syn: casual ant: comprehensive Unit Thirteen Back to Table of Contents Latin CURRERE, CURSUM “to run”
- 174. CUR, CURS PRECURSOR The shower of hail was only a precursor to the worst storm we had ever seen. n. That which comes before; forerunner L. pre, “before,” + currere = running before syn: harbinger Unit Thirteen Back to Table of Contents Latin CURRERE, CURSUM “to run”
- 175. CUR, CURS RECOURSE When Cameron needed help building the house, his only recourse was to go to his brother. n. Help for a problem; solution L. re, “back,” + currere = running back syn: resource Unit Thirteen Back to Table of Contents Latin CURRERE, CURSUM “to run”
- 176. CUR, CURS INCURSION The soldier surveyed the damage after the enemy incursion. n. An attack on another’s territory; a raid L. in, “into,” + currere = running into syn: invasion Unit Thirteen Back to Table of Contents Latin CURRERE, CURSUM “to run”
- 177. UNIT FOURTEEN Back to Table of Contents
- 178. VIR VIRILE Will tried to prove he was strong and virile by lifting the enormous refrigerator. adj. Masculine; manly Unit Fourteen When Eric looked in the mirror, he saw a VIRILE VIKING. Back to Table of Contents Latin VIR “man”
- 179. VIR VIRTUE It takes a special kind of virtue to do good acts and never seek recognition for them. n. Right action; moral goodness Unit Fourteen Back to Table of Contents Latin VIR “man”
- 180. VIR VIRTUOSO Frank was a piano virtuoso; he could play extraordinarily difficult pieces by ear. n. Someone extraordinarily skilled in a particular art Unit Fourteen Back to Table of Contents Latin VIR “man”
- 181. DEM DEMAGOGUE Some voters feared our governor, whose opinions seemed to change depending on his audience, was in danger of becoming a demagogue. n. A leader who appeals to people’s emotions to gain power G. demos + agein, “to lead” = one who leads people Unit Fourteen Back to Table of Contents Greek DEMOS “people”
- 182. DEM DEMOGRAPHIC The company targeted a very specific demographic group with a new series of advertisements aimed at teenagers. adj. Having certain characteristics in common, such as age, race, or gender G. demos + graphy, “study of” = study of people Unit Fourteen Back to Table of Contents Greek DEMOS “people”
- 183. DEM PANDEMIC The mysterious disease seemed to be pandemic among the inhabitants of the country. adj. Having an effect on a large area or region G. pan, “all,” + demos = all people syn: rampant ant: confined Unit Fourteen Back to Table of Contents Greek DEMOS “people”
- 184. POLIT COSMOPOLITAN While Wendy’s husband thought the restaurant had an appealing cosmopolitan flavor, Wendy’s mother thought the whole place rather snobbish. adj. Worldly or sophisticated G. cosmos, “world,” + polis = being a citizen of the world syn: cultured ant: unpolished Unit Fourteen Back to Table of Contents Greek POLIS “city”
- 185. POLIT POLITICIZE Some people criticize the President for politicizing an otherwise neutral situation. v. To give a political character to something Unit Fourteen Back to Table of Contents Greek POLIS “city”
- 186. POLIT APOLITICAL Many people who were once apolitical turned out to vote in the recent elections. adj. Having no interest in politics; not political G. a, “not,” + politikos (from polis) = not political Unit Fourteen Back to Table of Contents Greek POLIS “city”
- 187. CIVIS CIVILITY Although my brother and I fought constantly, we treated each other with civility in public. n. Politeness; courteousness syn: decorum ant: rudeness Unit Fourteen Back to Table of Contents Latin CIVIS “citizen”
- 188. CIVIS CIVIC Mrs. Morita considers it her civic duty to attend the town meetings. adj. Having to do with the business of a town or community Unit Fourteen Back to Table of Contents Latin CIVIS “citizen”
- 189. CIVIS CIVILIZE My mother’s attempt to civilize her wild children only made us more determined to do whatever we wanted. v. To make more cultured or refined syn: polish Unit Fourteen Back to Table of Contents Latin CIVIS “citizen”
- 190. UNIT FIFTEEN Back to Table of Contents
- 191. DIC, DICT DICTATE 1. Regina dictated a letter for her secretary. 2. Our current circumstances dictate that we conserve money and resources. v. 1. To speak aloud in order that one’s words may be copied or recorded; 2. To give an order; to make necessary syn: demand ant: allow Unit Fifteen Back to Table of Contents Latin DICERE, DICTUM “to say, to order”
- 192. DIC, DICT MALEDICTION To Claudia, Leo’s angry words were practically a malediction. n. A recital of words intended to harm; a curse L. male, “badly,” + dicere = speaking badly (of one) Unit Fifteen Back to Table of Contents Latin DICERE, DICTUM “to say, to order”
- 193. DIC, DICT BENEDICTION A local rabbi started the ceremony by giving a benediction to the audience. n. A blessing L. bene, “well,” + dictum = to speak well Unit Fifteen Back to Table of Contents Latin DICERE, DICTUM “to say, to order”
- 194. LOC, LOQU LOCUTION Nothing about Francis’ careful locution betrayed his nervousness. n. Style or action of speaking Unit Fifteen Back to Table of Contents Latin LOQUI, LOCUTUS “to speak”
- 195. LOC, LOQU ELOQUENT Brenda composed an eloquent tribute for her younger sister’s wedding. adj. Powerful and expressive syn: articulate ant: unclear Unit Fifteen Back to Table of Contents Latin LOQUI, LOCUTUS “to speak”
- 196. LOC, LOQU COLLOQUIAL When the residents of Stoneville were interviewed on television, they dropped some of their colloquial expressions in favor of more formal language. adj. Of or related to informal speech; conversational L. con, “together,” + loqui = to speak together syn: idiomatic Unit Fifteen Back to Table of Contents Latin LOQUI, LOCUTUS “to speak”
- 197. VOCA EVOCATIVE The novel features an evocative description of a lakeside town in Michigan. adj. Calling forth a vivid image or impression L. e, “out of,” + vocatum = to call out (of memory or mind) syn: suggestive Unit Fifteen Back to Table of Contents Latin VOCARE, VOCATUM “to call”
- 198. VOCA EQUIVOCATE Because Shonda felt it her duty never to equivocate to a client, she made a point of discussing both sides of every problem. v. To use misleading or confusing language L. equi, “equal,” + vocere = to say (two things) equally syn: evade Unit Fifteen Back to Table of Contents Latin VOCARE, VOCATUM “to call”
- 199. VOCA ADVOCATE 1. The senator plans to advocate capital punishment for those convicted of murder. 2. As an advocate of careful financial planning, I cannot go along with your plan to invest in a bubble-gum factory. 1. v. To argue in favor of; 2. n. Someone who argues for L. ad, “toward,” + vocere = to call to toward syn: 1. recommend; 2. supporter ant: 1. oppose; 2. enemy Unit Fifteen Back to Table of Contents Latin VOCARE, VOCATUM “to call”
- 200. CLAM, CLAIM EXCLAMATORY Mr. Litt is famous for the exclamatory style of his speeches. adj. Having a forceful, excited, or emotional tone L. ex, “out of,” + clamare = shouting out Unit Fifteen Back to Table of Contents Latin CLAMARE, CLAMATUM “to shout or call”
- 201. CLAM, CLAIM DECLAIM Martin declaimed upon the subject of tax hikes until he was blue in the face. v. To speak loudly and with feeling L. de, “down from,” + clamare = to shout down from Unit Fifteen Back to Table of Contents Latin CLAMARE, CLAMATUM “to shout or call”
- 202. CLAM, CLAIM CLAMOROUS The pianist entered the auditorium to clamorous applause. adj. Characterized by a loud noise or outcry syn: ear-splitting ant: quiet Unit Fifteen The crowd was so CLAMOROUS that the GLAMOROUS singer could not be heard. Back to Table of Contents Latin CLAMARE, CLAMATUM “to shout or call”
- 203. UNIT SIXTEEN Back to Table of Contents
- 204. CRUX EXCRUCIATING Min was forced to sit through an excruciating series of piano recitals. adj. Extremely painful; agonizing L. ex, “out of,” + crux = from the cross syn: unbearable ant: pleasant Unit Sixteen Back to Table of Contents Latin CRUX “cross”
- 205. CRUX CRUX The crux of the matter is the difference between children and adults. n. The most important or decisive point syn: essence ant: extra Unit Sixteen Back to Table of Contents Latin CRUX “cross”
- 206. CRUX CRUCIAL Good study skills are often crucial to success in high school and college. adj. Extremely necessary; essential Unit Sixteen Back to Table of Contents Latin CRUX “cross”
- 207. DOL INDOLENT Being of a somewhat indolent character, Paige was not inclined to take on extra jobs. adj. Lazy; averse to work L. in, “not,” + dolere = feeling no pain syn: listless ant: robust Unit Sixteen Back to Table of Contents Latin DOLERE “to feel pain, to be grieved”
- 208. DOL DOLEFUL You can tell by Greg’s constantly doleful expression that he has a gloomy nature. adj. Sad; mournful syn: depressed ant: cheerful Unit Sixteen Back to Table of Contents Latin DOLERE “to feel pain, to be grieved”
- 209. DOL DOLOROUS The dolorous chanting of the monks was made even sadder by the steady, gray rain. adj. Mournful; gloomy syn: bleak ant: uplifting Unit Sixteen Back to Table of Contents Latin DOLERE “to feel pain, to be grieved”
- 210. ACRI ACERBIC Cal’s acerbic reply to the reporters earned him a reputation as an ill- tempered man. adj. Harsh and biting in tone L. acerbus (from acer) sharp, biting syn: sharp ant: bland Unit Sixteen Back to Table of Contents Latin ACER “sharp”
- 211. ACRI ACRID The acrid fumes that filled the office soon had us coughing and rubbing our eyes. adj. Stinging or biting in odor or taste; harsh; irritating Unit Sixteen ACK!!! RID us of that ACRID odor!!Back to Table of Contents Latin ACER “sharp”
- 212. ACRI ACRIMONIOUS The acrimonious debate between the two candidates did not help either one in the polls. adj. Exhibiting harsh sharpness in speech or mood L. acer, “sharp,” + mony, “quality of” = having a sharp, bitter quality syn: bitter ant: civil Unit Sixteen Back to Table of Contents Latin ACER “sharp”
- 213. ACRI EXACERBATE Mira’s comments, which were supposed to be helpful, only exacerbated Shelley’s problem. v. To make worse or more severe L. ex, “out of,” + acer = to make (something) harsher out of syn: aggravate ant: ease Unit Sixteen Back to Table of Contents Latin ACER “sharp”
- 214. FERV FERVENT Grace, a fervent supporter of the Democratic Party, cheered enthusiastically when her favorite candidate was elected. adj. Passionately excited or enthusiastic syn: fiery ant: indifferent Unit Sixteen Back to Table of Contents Latin FERVERE “to boil, be warm”
- 215. FERV FERVOR The fervor Ron displays when discussing cars lets me know he’ll make a great mechanic. n. Emotional excitement; heated enthusiasm syn: eagerness ant: apathy Unit Sixteen Back to Table of Contents Latin FERVERE “to boil, be warm”
- 216. FERV EFFERVESCENT The young horse had a cheerful, almost effervescent character. adj. Highly spirited; animated L. ex, “out of,” + fervere = boiling out of syn: bubbly ant: lifeless Unit Sixteen Back to Table of Contents Latin FERVERE “to boil, be warm”
- 217. UNIT SEVENTEEN Back to Table of Contents
- 218. PUT IMPUTE The car’s manufacturer imputed the steering problems to faulty tires. v. To assign blame or responsibility for L. in, “on, against” + putare = to think against syn: attribute ant: vindicate Unit Seventeen Back to Table of Contents Latin PUTARE, PUTATUM “to think”
- 219. PUT DISPUTE 1. Lisa disputed my claim that she was always late; in fact, she said, she was usually early. 2. The city council was divided by the dispute over sales taxes. 1. v. To disagree with; 2. n. A disagreement or argument L. dis, “apart,” + putare = to think apart syn: 1. deny; 2. argument ant: 1. agree; 2. agreement Unit Seventeen Clute’s DISPUTE over falling leaves was solved with a chainsaw.Back to Table of Contents Latin PUTARE, PUTATUM “to think”
- 220. PUT DISREPUTABLE The disreputable doctor allowed his patients to go for months or years without treatment. adj. Not respectable; having a bad reputation L. dis, “bad,” + re, “again,” + putare = thought badly of again and again syn: notorious ant: respectable Unit Seventeen Back to Table of Contents Latin PUTARE, PUTATUM “to think”
- 221. NOTA CONNOTATION I fully understand the negative connotation of the word you used to describe me. n. An image or idea associated with a word L. con, “together with,” + notatum = noted with syn: overtone Unit Seventeen Back to Table of Contents Latin NOTARE, NOTATUM “to note”
- 222. NOTA DENOTATION In order to grasp the denotation of the word, I looked it up in several dictionaries. n. The dictionary definition of a word L. de, “down,” + notare = noted from Unit Seventeen Back to Table of Contents Latin NOTARE, NOTATUM “to note”
- 223. NOTA ANNOTATE The difficult book would have attracted more readers if the author had decided to annotate it. v. To explain or discuss through a note L. ad, “towards,” + notare = noted upon Unit Seventeen Back to Table of Contents Latin NOTARE, NOTATUM “to note”
- 224. RATIO IRRATIONAL As a child, Christopher was teased for his irrational fear of water. adj. Not based on reason or logic L. in, “not,” + ratio = (having) no reason syn: illogical ant: reasonable, rational Unit Seventeen Back to Table of Contents Latin RATIO “reason”
- 225. RATIO RATIONALE What rationale does the author provide for designing the book this way? n. A reason for doing something; explanation Unit Seventeen Back to Table of Contents Latin RATIO “reason”
- 226. RATIO RATIONALIZE I tried my best to rationalize spending so much money on one piece of furniture. v. Justify; give reason for syn: excuse Unit Seventeen Back to Table of Contents Latin RATIO “reason”
- 227. SCI CONSCIENTIOUS Rebecca was a conscientious student and a leader in several school clubs. adj. Diligent and careful L. com, “with,” + scire = in accordance with knowledge ant: careless Unit Seventeen Back to Table of Contents Latin SCIRE “to know”
- 228. SCI UNCONSCIONABLE The current administration’s repeal of environmental laws has been called unconscionable by many naturalists. adj. Not obeying moral laws; unscrupulous L. un, “not,” + con, “with,” + scire = not in accordance with knowledge ant: principled Unit Seventeen Back to Table of Contents Latin SCIRE “to know”
- 229. SCI PRESCIENT The baseball coach made some decisions that now seem amazingly prescient. adj. Showing knowledge of events before they happen L. pre, “in advance,” + scire = to know in advance syn: far-sighted ant: rash Unit Seventeen Back to Table of Contents Latin SCIRE “to know”
- 230. UNIT EIGHTEEN Back to Table of Contents
- 231. AES AESTHETIC The statue has an aesthetic value that will last far beyond our own time. adj. Having to do with beauty or order syn: artistic Unit Eighteen Back to Table of Contents Greek AESTHESIS “feeling, perception”
- 232. AES ANESTHETIC The doctor administered an anesthetic before operating on the patient’s foot. n. A substance which causes loss of feeling G. an, “without,” + aesthesis = without feeling Unit Eighteen Back to Table of Contents Greek AESTHESIS “feeling, perception”
- 233. PATH APATHETIC The speaker tried to rally the crowd, but most of the people present were apathetic. adj. Not interested; having no strong emotion towards G. a, “not,” + pathein = having no feeling syn: indifferent Unit Eighteen Back to Table of Contents Greek PATHEIN “to feel”
- 234. PATH EMPATHY Nelly was divided between feeling empathy for her boss and concern about her own future at the company. n. Sharing of another’s emotions G. em, “inside,” + pathos = feel from inside syn: compassion ant: opposition Unit Eighteen Back to Table of Contents Greek PATHEIN “to feel”
- 235. PATH PATHOS The sheer pathos of the opera’s final scene left the audience in tears. n. Power of evoking great sadness or sympathy syn: pitifulness Unit Eighteen Back to Table of Contents Greek PATHEIN “to feel”
- 236. PATH ANTIPATHY The fans’ antipathy for the coach increased when he lost the game. adj. Hostility or hatred G. anti, “against,” + pathein = feeling against syn: dislike ant: sympathy Unit Eighteen AUNTIE PATTY felt strong ANTIPATHY towards anyone who cheated at cards.Back to Table of Contents Greek PATHEIN “to feel”
- 237. SENS, SENT SENTIENT Do you think there are other sentient beings in the universe? adj. Conscious; aware ant: unaware Unit Eighteen Back to Table of Contents Latin SENTIRE, SENSUM “to feel, to be aware”
- 238. SENS, SENT SENTINEL George was posted as sentinel over the camp. n. One who watches or guards L. literally, one being aware Unit Eighteen Back to Table of Contents Latin SENTIRE, SENSUM “to feel, to be aware”
- 239. SENS, SENT SENTIMENT Although Vinnie expressed his sincere love for Sandra, she did not return the sentiment. n. A feeling about something syn: attitude Unit Eighteen Back to Table of Contents Latin SENTIRE, SENSUM “to feel, to be aware”
- 240. SENS, SENT PRESENTIMENT I had an uneasy presentiment about the party that evening. n. A feeling about something before it happens L. pre, “before,” + sentire = feeling before syn: foreboding Unit Eighteen Back to Table of Contents Latin SENTIRE, SENSUM “to feel, to be aware”
- 241. TANG, TACT TANGIBLE The rewards of volunteering may not be as tangible as a new car or a new house, but they are just as real. adj. Able to be grasped or perceived syn: concrete ant: abstract Unit Eighteen Back to Table of Contents Latin TANGERE, TACTUM “to touch”
- 242. TANG, TACT TACTILE The poet uses tactile imagery to give his reader the feeling of rough boards and damp sand. adj. Pertaining to touch Unit Eighteen Back to Table of Contents Latin TANGERE, TACTUM “to touch”
- 243. TANG, TACT INTACT Amazingly, the vase was intact even after rolling to the bottom of the hill. adj. Unbroken; whole L. in, “not,” + tactum = not touched syn: unharmed Unit Eighteen Back to Table of Contents Latin TANGERE, TACTUM “to touch”
- 244. UNIT NINETEEN Back to Table of Contents
- 245. QUIS INQUISITIVE Being a somewhat inquisitive child, Marian was inclined to ask questions that were difficult to answer. adj. Curious; asking many questions L. in, “in,” + quisitum = seeking into ant: uninterested Unit Nineteen Back to Table of Contents Latin QUAERERE, QUISITUM “ask, seek, demand”
- 246. QUIS ACQUISITIVE The property was purchased by an acquisitive businesswoman who already owned much of the surrounding land. adj. Seeking to get things; greedy L. ad, “toward,” + quisitum = seeking towards syn: demanding ant: generous Unit Nineteen Back to Table of Contents Latin QUAERERE, QUISITUM “ask, seek, demand”
- 247. QUIS REQUISITION 1. The army issued another requisition for backup troops and food supplies. 2. The lieutenant had requisitioned several horses for backup troops and food supplies. 1. n. Act of ordering or demanding something; 2. v. to make a request or demand L. re, “again,” + quisitum = demand again Unit Nineteen Back to Table of Contents Latin QUAERERE, QUISITUM “ask, seek, demand”
- 248. SPOND, SPOUSE ESPOUSE Although he espouses the right of free speech, Kenneth doesn’t like to listen to me. v. To support; pledge support to syn: advocate ant: criticize Unit Nineteen Back to Table of Contents Latin SPONDERE, SPONSUM “pledge, show support for”
- 249. SPOND, SPOUSE CORRESPOND The scientist showed us how a bone in the dolphin corresponded to a bone in the human. v. To be similar to; compare to L. con, “together with,” + spondere = support back with syn: match ant: differ Unit Nineteen Back to Table of Contents Latin SPONDERE, SPONSUM “pledge, show support for”
- 250. SPOND, SPOUSE DESPONDENT When Leah lost her job and then her house, she became despondent. adj. Lacking all hope L. de, “down,” + spondere = having pledged away (hope) syn: despairing ant: joyful Unit Nineteen The DESPONDENT CORRESPONDENT could not get an interview with the actress.Back to Table of Contents Latin SPONDERE, SPONSUM “pledge, show support for”
- 251. ROG INTERROGATE Though the detectives formally interrogated the butler twice, his story remained the same. v. To formally question L. inter, “between,” + rogare = question between regular intervals syn: grill Unit Nineteen Back to Table of Contents Latin ROGARE, ROGATUM “to ask, demand”
- 252. ROG DEROGATORY Boomer and Buzz, hosts of the morning talk show, were criticized for making derogatory comments about a certain political figure. adj. Insulting; degrading L. de, “down,” + rogare = seeking to take down syn: belittling ant: complimentary Unit Nineteen Back to Table of Contents Latin ROGARE, ROGATUM “to ask, demand”
- 253. ROG ARROGANT It was arrogant of Philip to suggest that he could tutor the rest of the class in math. adj. Excessively proud; haughty L. ad, “towards,” + rogare = demanding from syn: conceited ant: humble Unit Nineteen Back to Table of Contents Latin ROGARE, ROGATUM “to ask, demand”
- 254. ROG ABROGATE If one country decides to abrogate the treaty, the other country will start a war. v. To cancel; to repeal L. ab, “from,” + rogare = to seek away from syn: abolish ant: ratify Unit Nineteen Back to Table of Contents Latin ROGARE, ROGATUM “to ask, demand”
- 255. PREC PRECARIOUS Cindy was in a precarious position on the old bridge; no matter which way she stepped, it looked like she would fall. adj. Threatened or unsafe L. literally, praying (for one’s safety) syn: risky ant: safe Unit Nineteen Back to Table of Contents Latin PREX, PRECIS “prayer”
- 256. PREC IMPRECATION The holy man called down an imprecation upon the murderous king. v. A curse L. in, “against,” + precis = a prayer against ant: blessing Unit Nineteen Back to Table of Contents Latin PREX, PRECIS “prayer”
- 257. PREC DEPRECATE Your novel may not be perfect, but you shouldn’t deprecate the work you have done so far. v. To show disapproval of L. de, “off, away” + precis = to pray away from syn: belittle ant: praise Unit Nineteen Back to Table of Contents Latin PREX, PRECIS “prayer”
- 258. UNIT TWENTY Back to Table of Contents
- 259. MON ADMONITION The judge released me with the admonition to stay away from people who got me into trouble. n. Gentle scolding L. ad, “toward,” + monitum = warning toward syn: chiding Unit Twenty Back to Table of Contents Latin MONERE, MONITUM “to warn”
- 260. MON PREMONITION Although I had a premonition that the day would go badly, I stepped onto the plane. n. A vision; a warning of something before it happens L. pre, “before,” + monitum = warning before syn: foreboding, forewarning Unit Twenty Back to Table of Contents Latin MONERE, MONITUM “to warn”
- 261. CONSIL COUNSEL 1. The farmer’s brother counseled him to sell the farm and move to the city. 2. The lottery winners will seek the counsel of a lawyer before revealing their identities. 1. v. To advise; make a suggestion to; 2. n. Advice syn: encourage ant: discourage Unit Twenty Back to Table of Contents Latin CONCILIARE, “bring together” CONSILIUM, “advice”
- 262. CONSIL CONCILIATORY In a conciliatory gesture, Judith offered to give her medal to her opponent. adj. Intended to lessen another’s anger syn: appeasing ant: defiant, aggressive Unit Twenty Back to Table of Contents Latin CONCILIARE, “bring together” CONSILIUM, “advice”
- 263. CONSIL RECONCILE Dawn tried to reconcile two of her friends who were fighting. v. To bring back into agreement L. re, “back,” + consiliare = to bring back together syn: harmonize ant: upset Unit Twenty The warring CROCODILES finally RECONCILED.Back to Table of Contents Latin CONCILIARE, “bring together” CONSILIUM, “advice”
- 264. CAUT PRECAUTION I have never been in an accident, but I always wear my seatbelt as a precaution. n. An action taken against danger ahead of time L. pre, “before,” cautum = be careful before Unit Twenty Back to Table of Contents Latin CAVEO, CAUTUM “to be careful”
- 265. CAUT CAUTIOUS After a series of major financial scandals, investors are usually more cautious. adj. Careful not to get into danger syn: prudent Unit Twenty Back to Table of Contents Latin CAVEO, CAUTUM “to be careful”
- 266. Unit Twenty Back to Table of Contents CAUT CAUTIONARY The minister told us a cautionary tale about the dangers of vanity. adj. Intended to serve as a warning Latin CAVEO, CAUTUM “to be careful”
- 267. SUAD DISSUADE No matter how I tried, I could not dissuade Vince from going into the haunted house. v. To convince one not to do something L. dis, “not,” + suasum = advise not to syn: discourage ant: persuade Unit Twenty Back to Table of Contents Latin SUADERE, SUASUM “advise”
- 268. SUAD PERSUASION I certainly know people who love all kinds of sports, although I am not of that persuasion. n. Habit or type syn: camp Unit Twenty Back to Table of Contents Latin SUADERE, SUASUM “advise”
- 269. UNIT TWENTY-ONE Back to Table of Contents
- 270. GUST GUSTO The hungry children dug into the delicious spaghetti with great gusto. n. Enthusiastic enjoyment syn: relish ant: dislike Unit Twenty-One Back to Table of Contents Latin GUSTUS, “taste”
- 271. GUST GUSTATORY Gene thanked the waiter for the best gustatory experience of his life. adj. Having to do with the sense of taste Unit Twenty-One Back to Table of Contents Latin GUSTUS, “taste”
- 272. SIP, SAP INSIPID Wendy quickly tired of her sister’s insipid conversation. adj. Dull; uninteresting L. in, “not,” + sapere = having no taste syn: colorless ant: intriguing Unit Twenty-One Back to Table of Contents Latin SAPERE, “to taste”
- 273. SIP, SAP SAPIENT Human beings have long thought themselves the only sapient beings on planet Earth. adj. Having knowledge; wise syn: conscious ant: unthinking Unit Twenty-One Back to Table of Contents Latin SAPERE, “to taste”
- 274. AV AVID Stan was such an avid fan of the team that he called in sick rather than miss the big game. adj. Enthusiastic; eager syn: devoted ant: uninterested Unit Twenty-One Back to Table of Contents Latin AVERE, “to crave, to desire”
- 275. AV AVARICE Nelson’s avarice led him to make risky decisions on behalf of the company. n. Desire for wealth; greed Unit Twenty-One Back to Table of Contents Latin AVERE, “to crave, to desire”
- 276. BIB IMBIBE Spanish merchants, having imbibed the culture of their Middle Eastern trading partners, brought new customs back to Spain. v. Drink; soak up L. in, “into,” + bibere = drink in syn: absorb Unit Twenty-One Back to Table of Contents Latin BIBERE, “to drink”
- 277. BIB BIBULOUS When I asked how the party was going, Chuck gave me a bibulous grin. adj. Drunken Unit Twenty-One Back to Table of Contents Latin BIBERE, “to drink”
- 278. GLUT GLUT The glut of similar-sounding songs on the radio station drove listeners to change the channel. n. Too much of something; oversupply Unit Twenty-One Back to Table of Contents Latin GLUTTIRE, “to devour”
- 279. GLUT GLUTTON Anyone who eats as much turkey as Sheila did is a glutton in my opinion. n. One who wants or takes too much (especially food or drink) Unit Twenty-One Back to Table of Contents Latin GLUTTIRE, “to devour”
- 280. PALAT PALATE Although many people like the music of Mozart, it does not suit my palate. n. Taste or liking syn: appetite Unit Twenty-One Back to Table of Contents Latin PALATUM, “palate”
- 281. PALAT PALATABLE I found the actor’s impressions palatable, but I wouldn’t recommend him for any awards. adj. Acceptable; satisfactory syn: tolerable ant: unbearable Unit Twenty-One Back to Table of Contents Latin PALATUM, “palate”
- 282. UNIT TWENTY-TWO Back to Table of Contents
- 283. RANC RANCID After the power outage, we were forced to throw out three bottles of rancid milk. adj. Rotten; spoiled syn: soured ant: fresh Unit Twenty-Two Back to Table of Contents Latin RANCERE, “to stink”
- 284. RANC RANCOR The rancor between the two businesses was only deepened by disagreement over the new law. n. Bitterness; hostility syn: enmity ant: friendliness Unit Twenty-Two Back to Table of Contents Latin RANCERE, “to stink”
- 285. PUTR PUTREFY The soldiers had to bury the bodies quickly so that they would not putrefy in the hot sun. v. To rot; to decompose Unit Twenty-Two Back to Table of Contents Latin PUTRIS, “rotten”
- 286. PUTR PUTRID The walls of the cave were covered with slime, and the air was filled with the stench of something putrid. adj. Rotten; suggesting decomposition syn: rancid Unit Twenty-Two Back to Table of Contents Latin PUTRIS, “rotten”
- 287. STAGN STAGNANT The stagnant air of the marsh was blamed for many illnesses. adj. Unhealthy because of lack of movement syn: sluggish ant: invigorating Unit Twenty-Two Back to Table of Contents Latin STAGNARE, “to stagnate, form a pool of standing water”
- 288. STAGN STAGNATE Marcia was afraid that she would stagnate in the unchallenging atmosphere of the office, but she actually found many opportunities to be creative. v. To stop moving or growing; to become unhealthy because of lack of movement syn: vegetate Unit Twenty-Two Back to Table of Contents Latin STAGNARE, “to stagnate, form a pool of standing water”
- 289. ODOR MALODOROUS Joelle could hardly bear to be in the room when her father opened the package of malodorous cheese. adj. Foul-smelling L. malus, “bad” + olere = bad-smelling Unit Twenty-Two Back to Table of Contents Latin ODOR, “smell”
- 290. ODOR ODORIFEROUS The herbal medicine smells strong because it is made of a combination of odoriferous plants. adj. Giving off an odor L. odor + ferre, “to bear, carry” = odor-bearing Unit Twenty-Two Back to Table of Contents Latin ODOR, “smell”
- 291. OL OLFACTORY The olfactory ability of the average bloodhound makes it far better than a human being at following a scent. adj. Having to do with the sense of smell L. olere + facere, “to make or do” = ability to smell Unit Twenty-Two Back to Table of Contents Latin OLERE, “to smell”
- 292. OL REDOLENT I found the poet’s essays redolent of the first days of the revolution. adj. Suggesting; carrying the hint of L. re, “back,” + olere = bringing the odor back syn: reminiscent Unit Twenty-Two Back to Table of Contents Latin OLERE, “to smell”
- 293. FET FETID The fetid stench of rotting fish rose from the polluted stream. adj. Having an unpleasant smell Unit Twenty-Two Back to Table of Contents Latin FETERE, “to stink”