Mono Root Words Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What does monochrome mean?

A type of eyeglass

Having one color (correct)

Having multiple colors

A long speech by one person

What is a monocle?

An eyeglass for one eye

Monolingual means speaking multiple languages.

False

What is a monolith?

Something made out of one single large block or piece of stone Signup and view all the answers

What is a monologue?

A long speech by one person Signup and view all the answers

What does monophobia mean?

An abnormal fear of being the only one there Signup and view all the answers

What is a monopoly?

Control of a product or service by one company Signup and view all the answers

What is a monorail?

A track for subway or train cars that only has one rail Signup and view all the answers

Monosyllabic words have multiple syllables.

False Signup and view all the answers

What does monotone mean?

A speech in which every word has one tone of voice Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Vocabulary Study Notes

Monochrome
- Refers to artworks or designs that use a single color or variations of that color.
Monocle
- A single eyeglass designed to be worn over one eye for vision correction or enhancement.
Monolingual
- Describes individuals or communities that can communicate in only one language.
Monolith
- A large, single block or piece of stone, often serving as a significant structural or monumental feature.
Monologue
- A lengthy speech delivered by a single individual, often in a theatrical or dramatic context.
Monophobia
- An irrational fear characterized by anxiety related to being alone or isolated from others.
Monopoly
- A market structure where a single entity has exclusive control over a particular product or service, limiting competition.
Monorail
- A railway system that operates on a single rail, typically elevated, used for efficient transport in urban settings.
Monosyllabic
- Describes words or speech that consist of only one syllable, often contributing to brevity in communication.
Monotone
- A style of speech in which the speaker uses a constant pitch, lacking variation in tone, which can impact listener engagement.

Description

Explore the meanings of various words that start with 'mono'. This quiz features definitions for terms like monochrome, monocle, monolingual, and monolith. Test your knowledge and expand your vocabulary with these essential root words.