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Greek And Latin Borrowing Words Flashcards

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in memoriam

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In memory of.

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magnum opus

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A great work, especially the greatest achievement of an artist, composer, or writer.

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memento mori

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A reminder of mortality, especially a human skull symbolizing death.

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habeas corpus

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An order to bring a jailed person before a judge or court to find out if that person should really be in jail.

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rigor mortis

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The temporary rigidity of muscles that sets in after death.

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ine qua non

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An essential thing.

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tabula rasa

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(1) The mind in its blank or unmarked state before receiving any impressions from outside. (2) Something existing in its original pure state.

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terra incognita

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An unexplored country or field of knowledge.

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acme

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Highest point; summit, peak.

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catharsis

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A cleansing or purification of the body, emotions, or spirit.

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colossus

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(1) A gigantic statue. (2) A person or thing that resembles such a statue in size or activity or influence.

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detritus

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Loose material that results from disintegration; debris.

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hoi polloi

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The general population; the masses.

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kudos

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(1) Fame and renown that result from an achievement; prestige. (2) Praise.

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onus

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A disagreeable necessity or obligation; responsibility.

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stigma

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A mark of shame: stain.

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ambrosia

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(1) The food of the Greek and Roman gods. (2) Something extremely pleasant to taste or smell.

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dogma

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(1) Something treated as established and accepted opinion. (2) A principle or set of principles taught by a religious organization.

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gratis

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Without charge; free.

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eureka

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An exclamation used to express triumph and delight on a discovery.

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per se

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By, of, or in itself; as such.

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opus

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A creative work, especially a musical composition or set of compositions numbered in order of publication.

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impetus

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(1) A driving force or impulse; something that makes a person try or work hard; incentive. (2) Momentum.

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thesis

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(1) An opinion or proposition that a person presents and tries to prove by argument. (2) An extended paper that contains the results of original research, especially one written by a candidate for an academic degree.

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apologia

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A defense, especially of one’s own ideas, opinions, or actions.

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atrium

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(1) An open rectangular patio around which a house is built. (2) A court with a skylight in a many-storied building.

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oligarchy

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A government in which power is in the hands of a small group.

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encomium

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Glowing, enthusiastic praise, or an expression of such praise.

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neurosis

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A mental and emotional disorder that is less severe than a psychosis and may involve various pains, anxieties, or phobias.

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opprobrium

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(1) Something that brings disgrace. (2) A public disgrace that results from conduct considered wrong or bad.

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referendum

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(1) The referring of legislative measures to the voters for approval or rejection. (2) A vote on such a measure.

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ultimatum

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A final proposal, condition, or demand, especially one whose rejection will result in forceful action.

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aegis

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(1) Something that protects or defends; shield. (2) Sponsorship or guidance by an individual or organization.

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charisma

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(1) An extraordinary gift for leadership that attracts popular support and enthusiasm. (2) A special ability to attract or charm; magnetism.

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ego

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(1) A sense of confidence and satisfaction in oneself; self-esteem. (2) An exaggerated sense of self-importance.

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ethos

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The features, attitudes, moral code, or basic beliefs that define a person, a group, or an institution.

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hubris

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Unreasonable or unjustified pride or self-confidence.

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id

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The part of a person’s unconscious mind that relates to basic needs and desires.

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libido

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(1) Sexual drive. (2) In psychoanalytic theory, energy that is derived from primitive biological urges and is usually goal-oriented.

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trauma

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(1) A serious injury to the body. (2) An abnormal psychological state caused by mental or emotional stress or physical injury.

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ad hoc

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Formed or used for a particular purpose or for immediate needs.

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ad hominem

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Marked by an attack on an opponent’s character rather than by an answer to the arguments made or the issues raised.

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alter ego

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(1) A trusted friend or personal representative. (2) The opposite side of a personality.

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de facto

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Being such in practice or effect, although not formally recognized; actual.

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quid pro quo

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Something given or received for something else.

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ex post facto

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Done, made, or formulated after the fact.

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modus operandi

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A usual way of doing something.

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modus vivendi

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(1) A practical compromise or arrangement that is acceptable to all concerned. (2) A way of life.

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a fortiori

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All the more certainly.

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a posteriori

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Relating to or derived by reasoning from known or observed facts.

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a priori

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Relating to or derived by reasoning from self-evident propositions.

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bona fide

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(1) Made in good faith without deceit. (2) Authentic or genuine.

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carpe diem

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Enjoy the pleasures or opportunities of the moment without concern about the future.

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caveat emptor

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Let the buyer beware.

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corpus delicti

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(1) The substantial and basic fact or facts necessary to prove that a crime has been committed. (2) The material substance such as the murdered body, on which a crime has been committed.

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curriculum vitae

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A short summary of one’s career and qualifications typically prepared by an applicant for a position; résumé.

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