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What does the root 'chron' signify?
What does the root 'chron' signify?
- Wisdom and knowledge
- Sound
- Love and friendship
- Time (correct)
Which of the following words best exemplifies the meaning of 'photo'?
Which of the following words best exemplifies the meaning of 'photo'?
- Philosophy
- Photosynthesis (correct)
- Chronic
- Television
What is the primary meaning of the prefix 'tele'?
What is the primary meaning of the prefix 'tele'?
- Knowledge
- Light
- Sound
- Far, distant (correct)
Which of the following words refers to the study of behavior and mental processes, connected to 'logos'?
Which of the following words refers to the study of behavior and mental processes, connected to 'logos'?
In what context is the root 'phon' significant?
In what context is the root 'phon' significant?
Which word is associated with the ongoing nature represented by 'chronic'?
Which word is associated with the ongoing nature represented by 'chronic'?
Which root conveys the concept of love or fondness?
Which root conveys the concept of love or fondness?
What does the root 'logos' generally refer to?
What does the root 'logos' generally refer to?
What does the Latin root 'ject' mean?
What does the Latin root 'ject' mean?
Which of the following best describes a 'benefactor'?
Which of the following best describes a 'benefactor'?
The Latin root 'cent' is related to which of the following?
The Latin root 'cent' is related to which of the following?
What is the meaning of the Latin root 'bene'?
What is the meaning of the Latin root 'bene'?
Which example word is associated with the root 'man'?
Which example word is associated with the root 'man'?
What concept is associated with the Latin root 'port'?
What concept is associated with the Latin root 'port'?
Which of the following words means 'to push something in'?
Which of the following words means 'to push something in'?
If something is described as 'benevolent', what does it imply?
If something is described as 'benevolent', what does it imply?
What does the Greek root 'bio' signify?
What does the Greek root 'bio' signify?
Which of the following words is derived from the root 'geo'?
Which of the following words is derived from the root 'geo'?
The root 'micro' is best associated with which characteristic?
The root 'micro' is best associated with which characteristic?
In the context of Greek roots, which term includes the idea of self?
In the context of Greek roots, which term includes the idea of self?
Which example word does NOT derive from the root 'philo'?
Which example word does NOT derive from the root 'philo'?
What is the meaning of the Greek root 'auto'?
What is the meaning of the Greek root 'auto'?
Which of the following options represents a misinterpretation of the root 'geo'?
Which of the following options represents a misinterpretation of the root 'geo'?
How does the root 'bio' relate to the word 'biohazard'?
How does the root 'bio' relate to the word 'biohazard'?
What does the root 'dict' signify in the context of its meaning?
What does the root 'dict' signify in the context of its meaning?
Which of the following words best illustrates the meaning of the root 'scrib/script'?
Which of the following words best illustrates the meaning of the root 'scrib/script'?
In which context is the root 'aud' commonly associated?
In which context is the root 'aud' commonly associated?
What is the primary meaning attributed to the root 'spect'?
What is the primary meaning attributed to the root 'spect'?
Which of the following terms best demonstrates the concept associated with 'vid/vis'?
Which of the following terms best demonstrates the concept associated with 'vid/vis'?
What type of words can be categorized under the root 'port'?
What type of words can be categorized under the root 'port'?
Which of these words is associated with the root 'scrib/script' and indicates a detailed manner of writing?
Which of these words is associated with the root 'scrib/script' and indicates a detailed manner of writing?
What does the term 'spectacle' imply based on its root?
What does the term 'spectacle' imply based on its root?
Which of the following words is associated with the root meaning 'to carry'?
Which of the following words is associated with the root meaning 'to carry'?
What concept does the root 'bene' primarily convey?
What concept does the root 'bene' primarily convey?
Which example word is most closely related to the root 'ject'?
Which example word is most closely related to the root 'ject'?
Which word utilizes the root 'man' in a way that implies skillful handling?
Which word utilizes the root 'man' in a way that implies skillful handling?
Which of these words is associated with the concept of 'hundred'?
Which of these words is associated with the concept of 'hundred'?
Which root carries a meaning most similar to 'good'?
Which root carries a meaning most similar to 'good'?
What is the significance of the root 'cent' in the context of measurement?
What is the significance of the root 'cent' in the context of measurement?
Which example best illustrates the action indicated by the root 'ject'?
Which example best illustrates the action indicated by the root 'ject'?
Which of the following words is best associated with the Greek root 'auto'?
Which of the following words is best associated with the Greek root 'auto'?
Which example best illustrates the concept of the root 'geo'?
Which example best illustrates the concept of the root 'geo'?
Which word is related to both the root 'bio' and a certain concept involving danger?
Which word is related to both the root 'bio' and a certain concept involving danger?
Which option represents a common misconception about the root 'geo'?
Which option represents a common misconception about the root 'geo'?
The root 'philo' represents which of the following concepts?
The root 'philo' represents which of the following concepts?
Which of these words does NOT derive from the root 'micro'?
Which of these words does NOT derive from the root 'micro'?
Which of the following words is most closely associated with the root 'aud'?
Which of the following words is most closely associated with the root 'aud'?
What is the meaning of the root 'port' as it relates to the word 'import'?
What is the meaning of the root 'port' as it relates to the word 'import'?
Which word is formed from the root 'scrib/script' and refers to a written account of a speech or event?
Which word is formed from the root 'scrib/script' and refers to a written account of a speech or event?
Which of the following best illustrates the concept of 'spect'?
Which of the following best illustrates the concept of 'spect'?
What is the primary meaning of the root 'vid/vis'?
What is the primary meaning of the root 'vid/vis'?
Which of the following words is derived from 'dict' and means to predict future events?
Which of the following words is derived from 'dict' and means to predict future events?
Which option best describes an individual who actively engages in looking or observing in a spectator context?
Which option best describes an individual who actively engages in looking or observing in a spectator context?
In context of the root 'scrib/script', which word specifically indicates detailed written information?
In context of the root 'scrib/script', which word specifically indicates detailed written information?
What implication does the root 'chron' have in the word 'synchronize'?
What implication does the root 'chron' have in the word 'synchronize'?
Which term is directly associated with the idea of light through its root 'photo'?
Which term is directly associated with the idea of light through its root 'photo'?
Which of the following does NOT exemplify the meaning of 'tele'?
Which of the following does NOT exemplify the meaning of 'tele'?
How does the root 'phon' connect to the word 'symphony'?
How does the root 'phon' connect to the word 'symphony'?
Which of the following best illustrates the suggestion of 'logos' relating to psychology?
Which of the following best illustrates the suggestion of 'logos' relating to psychology?
In what way is 'bibliophile' related to the root 'philo'?
In what way is 'bibliophile' related to the root 'philo'?
Which option does NOT reflect the meaning of the term 'chronic'?
Which option does NOT reflect the meaning of the term 'chronic'?
How is 'photosynthesis' best described in relation to the root 'photo'?
How is 'photosynthesis' best described in relation to the root 'photo'?
Flashcards
chron (time)
chron (time)
Related to time, occurring over a long period
philo (love)
philo (love)
Love, fondness, or affinity for something
photo (light)
photo (light)
Related to light, pictures, or photographic processes
phon (sound)
phon (sound)
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tele (far)
tele (far)
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logos (word, study)
logos (word, study)
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auto (self)
auto (self)
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bio (life)
bio (life)
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geo (earth)
geo (earth)
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micro (small)
micro (small)
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graph (write)
graph (write)
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log (word, speech)
log (word, speech)
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Teleport
Teleport
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Psychology
Psychology
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Biology
Biology
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Logic
Logic
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Bene
Bene
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Cent
Cent
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Ject
Ject
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Man
Man
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Dict (speak)
Dict (speak)
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Scrib/Script (write)
Scrib/Script (write)
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Spect (look, see)
Spect (look, see)
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Vid/Vis (see)
Vid/Vis (see)
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Port (carry)
Port (carry)
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Aud (hear)
Aud (hear)
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Auditory
Auditory
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Audible
Audible
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Photosynthesis
Photosynthesis
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Prefix
Prefix
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Telephone
Telephone
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Photograph
Photograph
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Suffix
Suffix
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Geography
Geography
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Root
Root
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Geography
Geography
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Geothermal
Geothermal
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Microscope
Microscope
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Microbe
Microbe
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Project
Project
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Manual
Manual
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Manipulate
Manipulate
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Manuscript
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Study Notes
Greek Roots
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auto (self): Meaning: Self, by oneself. Example words: autograph, autonomous, automobile. Context/Tip: Think of "auto" as something that happens independently.
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bio (life): Meaning: Life. Example words: biology, biography, biohazard. Context/Tip: "Bio" is found in words related to life.
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chron (time): Meaning: Time. Example words: chronology, synchronize, chronic. Context/Tip: The word chron is related to time.
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geo (earth): Meaning: Earth, ground. Example words: geography, geology, geothermal. Context/Tip: "Geo" relates to Earth.
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micro (small): Meaning: Small. Example words: microscope, microbe, microsecond. Context/Tip: "Micro" refers to something very small.
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philo (love): Meaning: Love, friendship. Example words: philosophy, philanthropy, bibliophile. Context/Tip: If you love something it is often related to the root philo.
Latin Roots
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bene (good, well): Meaning: Good, well. Example words: benefit, benevolent, benefactor. Context/Tip: "Bene" relates to things that are good or positive.
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cent (hundred): Meaning: Hundred. Example words: century, percent, centimeter. Context/Tip: Think of the number 100.
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dict (speak, say): Meaning: Speak, say. Example words: dictionary, predict, dictate. Context/Tip: Relates to speaking or telling.
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ject (throw): Meaning: Throw. Example words: eject, project, inject. Context/Tip: "Ject" relates to throwing or pushing.
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man (hand): Meaning: Hand. Example words: manual, manipulate, manuscript.Context/Tip: Think of "man" when something is done with your hands.
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port (carry): Meaning: Carry. Example words: transport, portable, import. Context/Tip: Anything that you carry.
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scrib/script (write): Meaning: Write. Example words: scribe, inscription, describe. Context/Tip: relates to writing.
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spect (look, see): Meaning: Look, see. Example words: inspect, spectator, spectacle. Context/Tip: Relates to looking or seeing.
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vid/vis (see): Meaning: See. Example words: video, visual, vision. Context/Tip: relates to seeing or visualisation.
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aud (hear): Meaning: Hear. Example words: auditory, audience, audible. Context/Tip: relates to hearing.
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Test your knowledge of Greek and Latin roots with this quiz. Explore how these roots contribute to the meanings of various words in the English language. Challenge yourself to recognize and understand these fundamental components of vocabulary.
