Etymology of Personality Terms

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What does the term 'gauche' imply when used in English?

Quick-witted responses

Awkwardness in physical movements

Skillful handling of situations

Clumsiness in social contexts (correct)

Which term describes a person who hates marriage?

Misanthrope

Misogynist

Misogamist (correct)

Anthropologist

What is the meaning of the word 'adroit'?

Loves marriage

Awkward or clumsy

Skillful in mental faculties (correct)

Hates mankind

What does the root 'gamos' refer to?

Marriage Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'philanthropist' mean?

One who loves and helps mankind Signup and view all the answers

What does the prefix 'ambi-' mean?

both Signup and view all the answers

Which component means 'woman'?

gyne Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of the root 'mono-'?

one Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following prefixes indicates a direction outward?

extro- Signup and view all the answers

The suffix '-ist' typically denotes what?

a person who practices or is concerned with something Signup and view all the answers

What does the prefix 'ambi-' indicate in the words introvert, extrovert, and ambivert?

Both inward and outward focus Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary meaning of the Latin word 'dexter'?

Right hand Signup and view all the answers

What do the words 'introvert' and 'extrovert' share in common regarding their construction?

They are both derived from the same Latin verb Signup and view all the answers

What misconception about left-handedness is mentioned in the content?

Left-handed children should change their dominant hand. Signup and view all the answers

What is the common suffix that indicates the noun form of a word is used in examples like 'vanity' and 'quality'?

-ity Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary definition of bigamy?

The unlawful act of contracting another marriage without divorce Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to the practice where specifically a woman has two or more husbands?

Polyandry Signup and view all the answers

Which suffix is commonly associated with indicating a person?

-ist Signup and view all the answers

What does the term polygamy generally refer to?

A custom of multiple marriages Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the suffix '-ic' in English word formation?

Commonly used for an adjective Signup and view all the answers

Which term is least likely associated with the practice of asceticism?

Hedonist Signup and view all the answers

Which term is correctly matched to its definition?

Misanthrope - a hater of mankind Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of the term polygynous?

Describing a man with many wives Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Introvert, extrovert, and ambivert all stem from the Latin verb verto, meaning "to turn."
Introvert: A person whose thoughts are constantly turned inwards.
Extrovert: A person whose thoughts are constantly turned outwards.
Ambivert: A person whose thoughts are turned both inwards and outwards.
Ambidextrous: Able to use both hands with equal skill, derived from the prefix ambi- meaning "both" and dexter meaning "right hand."
Dexterous: Skillful, derived from the Latin word dexter meaning "right hand."
Sinister: Derived from the Latin word for "left hand," and now meaning threatening, evil, or dangerous.

Review of Etymology

Key prefixes:
- ego: Self, I
- alter: Other
- intro-: Inside
- extro-: Outside
- verto: Turn
- ambi-: Both
- misein: Hate
- anthropos: Mankind
- gyne: Woman
- gamos: Marriage
- asketes: Monk
- centrum: Centre
- mania: Madness
- dexter: Right hand
- sinister: Left hand
- gauche: Left hand
- droit: Right hand
- monos: One
- bi-: Two
- polys: Many
- andros: Male
Key suffixes:
- -ist: Person who (noun suffix)

Gauche and Droit

Gauche (French for left hand): In English, it implies clumsiness, particularly in social situations.
Droit (French for right hand): In English, adroit means skillful, especially in the use of mental faculties.

Love, Hate, and Marriage

Misanthrope: Hates mankind (Greek anthropos).
Misogynist: Hates women (Greek gyne).
Misogamist: Hates marriage (Greek gamos).
Anthropology: The study of human development, derived from anthropos (mankind) and logos (study).
Philanthropist: Someone who loves mankind and contributes financially or through time/energy to help those in need.
Gynaecologist: A medical specialist who treats female disorders.
Monogamy: The custom of one marriage at a time, derived from monos (one) and gamos (marriage).
Bigamy: Two marriages at a time, derived from bi- (two) and gamos (marriage).
Polygamy: Multiple marriages at once, derived from polys (many) and gamos (marriage).
Polygyny: The correct term for multiple marriages, where a man has multiple wives (from polys (many) + gyne (woman).
Polyandry: A form of marriage where a woman has two or more husbands, derived from polys (many) + andros (male).

Making Friends With Suffixes

Suffixes used to indicate noun categories:
- -ist: Person
- -y: Practice or attitude
- -ic or -ous: Adjective

Living Alone and Liking It

Ascetic: A monk or hermit who lives a lonely life, rejecting the pleasures of the world, derived from the Greek word asketes.

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Description

This quiz explores the origins of terms related to personality such as introvert, extrovert, and ambivert. Additionally, it delves into key prefixes and their meanings, enhancing your understanding of language roots. Test your knowledge of etymology and the fascinating connections between words.