Vocabulary with 'acro' Prefix
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What is an acrobat?

  • A word formed from initial letters of a multi-word name
  • A person suffering from fear of heights
  • An athlete who performs acts requiring skill and agility (correct)
  • A fortified hilltop in an ancient Greek city
  • What is acrophobia?

    A morbid fear of great heights

    An ______________ is a word formed from the initial letters of a multi-word name.

    acronym

    What does acromegaly refer to?

    <p>Enlargement of bones of hands, feet, and face</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an acropolis?

    <p>A fortified hilltop in an ancient Greek city</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Vocabulary with "acro" Prefix

    • Acrobat: A skilled athlete performing visually impressive acts, known for agility and coordination at the highest levels.
    • Acrophobia: An intense, irrational fear of heights, potentially leading to anxiety or panic.
    • Acronym: A term created from the initial letters of a multi-word phrase, serving as a shorthand representation of the longer term.
    • Acromegaly: A disorder characterized by abnormal enlargement of the bones in the hands, feet, and face, often resulting from hormonal imbalances.
    • Acropolis: Refers to a raised, fortified hilltop, particularly significant in ancient Greek architecture, often serving as a central meeting and defensive point in a city.

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    Test your knowledge of words that begin with the prefix 'acro'. This quiz covers various terms such as 'acrobats', 'acrophobia', and 'acropolis'. Discover the meanings and contexts of these fascinating vocabulary words!

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