Poly- Root Words Flashcards
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Poly- Root Words Flashcards

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What does the term 'polychromatic' mean?

  • Having many different colors (correct)
  • A hospital that treats many kinds of diseases
  • Having many fingers or toes
  • The belief in many different gods
  • What is a polyclinic?

  • A person who speaks many languages
  • A hospital that treats many kinds of diseases (correct)
  • A machine that writes down many changes in the body
  • A solid figure with many sides
  • What does 'polydactyl' refer to?

  • A person who knows many languages
  • Having many fingers or toes (correct)
  • Having many sides
  • Having many different forms
  • Who is a polyglot?

    <p>A person who knows how to speak many languages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a polygon?

    <p>A closed plane figure with many straight lines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a polygraph?

    <p>A machine used to detect lies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a polyhedron?

    <p>A solid figure with many sides</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'polymorphous' mean?

    <p>Having or assuming many different forms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'polysyllabic' mean?

    <p>Having many syllables</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is polytheism?

    <p>The belief in many different gods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    • Polychromatic: Describes objects characterized by the presence of multiple colors, often seen in art and design contexts.

    • Polyclinic: Refers to a hospital or medical facility that offers treatment for various diseases and health issues, catering to diverse medical needs.

    • Polydactyl: Pertains to individuals or species that possess an unusually high number of fingers or toes, commonly observed in certain genetic conditions.

    • Polyglot: Defines someone proficient in multiple languages, highlighting linguistic capability and cultural interaction.

    • Polygon: A geometric term for a multi-sided shape, with straight lines connecting its vertices, foundational in geometry and design.

    • Polygraph: A device used to measure and record physiological responses (like heart rate and sweat) as a means of detecting lies; widely known as a lie detector test.

    • Polyhedron: A three-dimensional solid characterized by flat polygonal faces, edges, and vertices; examples include cubes and pyramids.

    • Polymorphous: Describes entities or phenomena that can take on various forms or morphologies, applicable in biology and materials science.

    • Polysyllabic: Refers to words that contain multiple syllables; important in linguistics for understanding language complexity and rhythm.

    • Polytheism: A religious belief system that worships multiple gods, contrasting with monotheism, which centers around a single deity.

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    Enhance your vocabulary with our flashcards focused on words starting with the prefix 'poly-'. Each card features a unique word, its definition, and examples for better understanding. Perfect for language enthusiasts and students alike!

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