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Which word is the best example of how the root vis can be used to create a word that means the opposite of an action?
Which word is the best example of how the root vis can be used to create a word that means the opposite of an action?
Which word can be used to describe both a ghost and something that haunts someone's thoughts?
Which word can be used to describe both a ghost and something that haunts someone's thoughts?
A person who has a prospect of something can be considered to have which of the following, as well?
A person who has a prospect of something can be considered to have which of the following, as well?
The text says that prudence is closely related to providence. This means that prudence is most likely related to which word from the provided text?
The text says that prudence is closely related to providence. This means that prudence is most likely related to which word from the provided text?
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Which word is used to describe the vis root in the word invidious?
Which word is used to describe the vis root in the word invidious?
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What kind of speech, as described by the text, would someone likely deliver if they were being invidious?
What kind of speech, as described by the text, would someone likely deliver if they were being invidious?
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If someone improvises a speech, what can we infer? (Select all that apply)
If someone improvises a speech, what can we infer? (Select all that apply)
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The text provides a variety of definitions for the words from the root specere. What is the core meaning of the root specere?
The text provides a variety of definitions for the words from the root specere. What is the core meaning of the root specere?
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Someone who is circumspect in their actions would be most likely to do which of the following?
Someone who is circumspect in their actions would be most likely to do which of the following?
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Which of the following events would best exemplify the definition of providential?
Which of the following events would best exemplify the definition of providential?
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What does the term 'phototropic' refer to in relation to plants?
What does the term 'phototropic' refer to in relation to plants?
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Which term indicates something that emits light without producing heat?
Which term indicates something that emits light without producing heat?
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What does 'lucid' imply when describing a concept or explanation?
What does 'lucid' imply when describing a concept or explanation?
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In the word 'elucidate', which Latin prefix contributes to its meaning?
In the word 'elucidate', which Latin prefix contributes to its meaning?
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Which of the following describes something that allows light to pass through but is not completely clear?
Which of the following describes something that allows light to pass through but is not completely clear?
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The term 'photogenic' is best defined as:
The term 'photogenic' is best defined as:
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Which Greek root relates to 'photosynthesis' and means light?
Which Greek root relates to 'photosynthesis' and means light?
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What concept is represented by the motto 'Lux et Veritas'?
What concept is represented by the motto 'Lux et Veritas'?
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Which of the following terms could be synonymous with 'elucidate'?
Which of the following terms could be synonymous with 'elucidate'?
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Which word best describes a material that completely blocks light?
Which word best describes a material that completely blocks light?
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Study Notes
PHOTO/PHOS
- Greek origin: "light"
- PHOTOTROPIC (adj.): Tending to grow or move towards light
- Example: Daisies are phototropic, they grow towards the sun
- PHOSPHORESCENT (adj.): Giving off light without heat
- Example: Harvey stuck phosphorescent stars on his ceiling
- PHOTOGENIC (adj.): Attractive in pictures or photographs
- Example: Lucy was so photogenic that total strangers often asked her to take her picture
LUC/LUCIS
- Latin origin: "light"
- LUCID (adj.): Easy to understand; clear
- Example: Sophie's explanation of quantum physics was lucid
- ELUCIDATE (v.): To make clear by explaining
- Example: The attorney asked the witness to further elucidate the information he had
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Description
This quiz explores words derived from Greek and Latin origins meaning 'light'. You will encounter terms like phototropic, phosphorescent, and lucid, along with their meanings and examples. Test your understanding and expand your vocabulary on these fascinating words.
