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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.