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cap

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Origin: Latin
Meaning: Head
Example: Captain; decapitate

The heartless king used the guillotine to decapitate his enemies; its sharp blade sliced and made heads roll on the ground.

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anti

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Origin: Greek
Meaning: Against; opposite
Example: antibiotic; antiseptic

The doctor prescribed the patient an antibiotic for her ear infection.

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auto

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Origin: Greek
Meaning: Self
Example: autopilot; autograph

The author sold autographed copies of her bestselling novel to her rabid fans.

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bio

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Origin: Greek
Meaning: Life
Example: biography; biodiversity

The biodiversity of the Amazon Rainforest is being threatened by deforestation; many animal and plant species are becoming extinct.

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