Ject Root Words Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What does the term 'dejected' mean?

To feel sad; to feel thrown down in spirit (correct)

To feel happy

To throw away

To be thrown in the air

What does 'eject' mean?

To throw out

What is an 'injection'?

A shot; the 'throwing' of medicine into the body by a needle

What is an 'interjection'?

A word thrown into a sentence or conversation Signup and view all the answers

What does 'jettison' mean?

Throw (goods) overboard to lighten a ship or plane; discard Signup and view all the answers

What is a 'projectile'?

An object thrown into the air with great force Signup and view all the answers

What is a 'projector'?

A machine that throws an image onto a wall Signup and view all the answers

What does 'reject' mean?

To throw something out because it's defective and can't be used again Signup and view all the answers

What does 'subject' mean in this context?

To throw oneself under someone else's rule Signup and view all the answers

What is a 'trajectory'?

The curved path of an object thrown into space Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Ject Root Words Overview

Root Meaning: The root "ject" is derived from Latin, meaning "to throw" or "to cast."

Vocabulary Terms

Dejected: Describes a state of sadness or low spirits; signifies feeling as if one has been "thrown down."
Eject: Refers to the action of throwing something out; commonly used in contexts such as ejecting a disc from a player or expelling someone from a location.
Injection: Associated with administering medicine; involves using a needle to "throw" medicine directly into the body.
Interjection: A part of speech that interrupts a sentence; often used to express emotions or reactions spontaneously in conversations.
Jettison: The act of throwing goods overboard, typically for the purpose of lightening a load on a ship or aircraft; also means to discard unnecessary items.
Projectile: Any object that, when thrown, travels through the air; often used in discussions about physics or military applications.
Projector: A device designed to throw an image onto a surface, such as a wall or screen; commonly used in presentations and cinema.
Reject: To refuse or discard something that is deemed defective or unsuitable; often applied in manufacturing and quality control contexts.
Subject: Indicates the action of placing oneself under the authority or control of another; reflects a dynamic of power or influence.
Trajectory: The path that an object takes as it is thrown through space; used in physics to describe the motion of projectiles.

Contextual Importance

Understanding these terms helps in various fields, including medicine, grammar, physics, and everyday communication.
Many of these words relate to themes of authority, control, and the physical act of throwing, providing insight into their etymological roots and applications.

Description

Explore the various words derived from the root 'ject' with these flashcards. Each card includes definitions and examples to enhance your understanding. Perfect for vocabulary building and language studies.