Prefix se- Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is the definition of secession?

to separate from a group

the act of withdrawing from an alliance or association (correct)

the act of joining an alliance

to introduce new principles

What does it mean to seclude?

to gather people together

to share information widely

to withdraw or set apart from social contact (correct)

to cause confusion among groups

What is the meaning of segregate?

to combine resources

to separate from the rest of the group (correct)

to enhance communication

to unite different groups

What does sequester mean?

to separate or withdraw; to choose solitude or retirement Signup and view all the answers

What does the prefix 'se-' mean?

apart, away Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of seduce?

lure or entice away from duty, principles, or proper conduct Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean to secure?

make certain of Signup and view all the answers

What is a secret?

something that should remain hidden from others Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a secretary?

an assistant who handles correspondence and clerical work for a boss or organization Signup and view all the answers

What does sedition refer to?

behavior that promotes rebellion or civil disorder against the state Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Prefix se-

The prefix "se-" conveys the meaning of apart or away, indicating separation or withdrawal.

Vocabulary Words

Secession: Refers to the act of withdrawing from an alliance or association, often used in political contexts.
Seclude: Means to withdraw or set apart from social situations, indicating isolation.
Segregate: Involves separating individuals or groups from the larger entity, often related to social or cultural divisions.
Sequester: Represents the act of separating oneself or something from others, emphasizing solitude or withdrawal.
Seduce: Implies luring or enticing someone away from their duty or principles, suggesting manipulation.
Secure: Refers to making something certain or safe, often in the context of safeguarding or protecting.
Secret: Identifies information that is intended to be hidden or confidential, especially from the public or others.
Secretary: Denotes an assistant who manages correspondence and administrative tasks, often entrusted with confidential information.
Sedition: Describes actions or conduct that incite rebellion or civil disorder against the governmental authority.

Description

Explore the prefix 'se-' with these flashcards that define various words incorporating this prefix. Learn about terms like secession, seclude, segregate, and more, all highlighting the meaning of 'apart' or 'away'. Perfect for enhancing your vocabulary!