Word Roots: magn (great) Flashcards
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Word Roots: magn (great) Flashcards

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What does the Latin word root 'magn' mean?

great

What does 'magnitude' refer to?

  • Weakness of size
  • Weakness of character
  • Greatness of size, strength, or importance (correct)
  • Simpleness of character
  • What does 'magnificent' mean?

    impressively beautiful, elaborate, great, or extravagant

    What does 'magnify' mean?

    <p>to make larger</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of 'magnanimous'?

    <p>noble and generous in spirit, especially towards a rival or someone less powerful</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'magnate' refer to?

    <p>a wealthy, influential person, especially in business</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'magniloquent' mean?

    <p>high-flown and elevated in speech; pompous language</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'magnum' refer to?

    <p>A large bottle or a powerful firearm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is 'magnum opus'?

    <p>the greatest work of an artist, writer, or composer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Word Root: magn (great)

    • "Magn" originates from Latin, meaning "great."
    • Magnitude: Refers to the greatness of size, strength, or importance, often used in scientific contexts to describe scale or impact.

    • Magnificent: Describes something that is impressively beautiful, elaborate, or extravagant, often associated with grandeur and splendor.

    • Magnify: The action of making something larger, typically used in the context of imaging or visual enhancement.

    • Magnanimous: Pertains to being noble and generous in spirit, particularly towards rivals or those in weaker positions, indicating a high moral character.

    • Magnate: A term for a wealthy, influential individual, especially one with significant power in the business sector, highlighting affluence and status.

    • Magniloquent: Describes a style of speaking that is elevated or pompous, often characterized by lofty and grandiloquent language, indicating an ostentatious manner of expression.

    • Magnum: Refers to either a large bottle, commonly used for wines, or a type of gun designed to fire more powerful cartridges than the standard size suggests.

    • Magnum Opus: Identifies an artist's, writer's, or composer's greatest work, signifying a crowning achievement in their respective fields and showcasing their talent and creativity.

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    Explore the Latin root 'magn' and its various applications through these flashcards. Each card presents a word related to 'magn', along with its definition, helping you enhance your vocabulary and understanding of word origins. Perfect for students looking to deepen their knowledge of Latin roots.

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