Living Notes | Greek and Latin roots Flashcards
Latin
Ami
Amat
Amor
Amigo - friend
Amicable - being friendly
Amateur - unskillful but love it anyways
Enamored - in love with something
Amorous - show love
Love
Friend
I am amicable with my brother, but I am amorous with my girlfriend/boyfriend.
Although James and Susan had different opinions regarding housekeeping, they had very amiable cooperation when it came to cooking because they loved doing it together.
After years of feuding, the sons of the two families negotiated an amity; and, as a result, both of their families were much happier.
Timothy was so enamored and totally infatuated with his girlfriend that he sent her a bouquet of red roses everyday!
Greek
Philo
Phile
Philosophy- love of wisdom
Bibliophile- love of reading
Philanthropist- one who loves mankind
Love
Friend
People who study philosophy love reading about art, poetry and life.
Mr. Beast is considered to be a philanthropist because he donates millions of dollars to people in need.
Philanthropists make active efforts to promote the happiness and well-being of their fellow-humans.
Ted’s elderly aunt introduced him to the joys of being a bibliophile by giving him a job in a library.
People who have grown up in Philadelphia will respect you more than those anywhere else because it is known as “the city of brotherly love.”
Latin
Ante
Anticipate - realize before
Antechamber - a room before the main room
Antebellum - time before the Civil War
Antique - object from a time before now
Antecedent - occurs before in time or order
Before
In front of
We had to go through the antechamber before we reached the tomb.
The excitement of seeing my friends again filled me with anticipation the night before school started.
The dealer waited until everyone had a chance to ante up before he dealt the cards.
My friends and I looked forward to the homecoming dance with great anticipation.
Slavery was a common practice in the South during the antebellum period before the Civil War.
Anthrop
Philanthropist - person who loves humans
Anthropoglots - animal with a tongue like that of a man
Anthropologist - person who studies humans
human
human being
My sister is a true philanthropist because she selflessly serves people in need by giving her time and money.
The college anthropology course examined the development of man from “ape” to “human.”
Philanthropists make active efforts to promote the happiness and well-being of their fellow-humans.
Parrots and parakeets are anthropoglots since they can mimic “human” speech.
Indiana Jones is a well-known fictional anthropologist because of his passion for studying ancient people and their cultures.
Latin
human
Human - having human form or attributes
Humanity - the quality of being humane
Inhumane - lacking pity or compassion
Humanitarian - focus on well-being and care of people
human
of mankind
Sometimes I am concerned with my bestie’s obsession with true crime shows and the inhumane treatment of innocent victims.
A humanitarian response to a crisis is one that focuses on the well-being and care of people in need.
The Marvel Universe is full of characters with superhuman powers.
Leaders of countries should always keep humanity in mind when making decisions for their countries.
Latin
Post-
Postgame - after a game
Post meridiem - after noon or midday
Postmortem - after death
Posterity - descendants who come after you
After
I’m excited for volleyball season to end, so I can participate in postseason conditioning and practice to improve my skills.
The thunderstorm postponed the start of the football game by two hours due to the threat of lightning.
Scientists and doctors are working to find a cure to save posterity from diseases that have already taken the lives of many.
Funeral directors are trained with handling the postmortem needs of family and friends after the passing of a loved one.
Latin
Nat
Natur
Nasc
Postnatal - occurring immediately after birth
Renascent - rising again as to new life and vigor
Natural - something that happens in a natural way is the usual or normal way that it occurs.
Supernatural - not existing in nature or subject to explanation according to natural laws
Innate - an innate quality of someone is present since birth or is a quality of something that is essential to it.
Born
Mister Fantastic has supernatural powers that enable him to stretch his body into incredible lengths and shapes.
A baby needs a lot of postnatal care to ensure that it is healthy before it can leave the hospital.
Unlike both of her sisters who adore children, Elise does not have an innate desire to raise a family.
Renascent, the team seemed to rise from the ashes of defeat to take its rightful place as champions.
Latin
Circum-
Circu-
Circulate - to move around in a loop or ‘ring’
Circumstances - those events which stand ‘around’ you
Circumnavigate - to sail ‘around’
Circumference - a bearing or carrying ‘around’ a circle
Around
About
Amy explained to her parents that she arrived home late due to unforeseen circumstances, like a sudden rainstorm that delayed her commute.
A jog around the park’s lake takes approximately 2 miles, covering its scenic circumference.
During the science fair, students were excited to circulate around the exhibits, asking questions and learning about different experiments.
With their bikes and a sense of adventure, the teens decided to circumnavigate the lake, enjoying the scenic route and stopping for a picnic on the way.
Mit
Miss
Ven
Vent
Peri
Latin
Vit
Viv
Vital - absolutely necessary or important; essential
Revive - restore to life or consciousness
Survive - continue to live or exist, especially in spite of danger or hardship
Vivid - producing powerful feelings or strong, clear images in the mind
Live
Life
The child’s dream was so vivid that she could draw detailed pictures of the mountains she flew over.
After the death of her father, Lisa lacked the enthusiasm and vivacity she usually possessed.
The DNA found at the crime scene was vital evidence to finding the culprit.
In the hopes of reviving her vegetable garden, Sally worked every day watering the plants, removing weeds, and watching out for pesky rabbits.
Contestants on the show Survivor inhabit an island where they are forced to live in the elements, compete against each other in challenges, and try to avoid being voted off the island - all to win one million dollars!
Greek
Bio
Biology - the study of living organisms
Biography - an account of someone’s life written by someone else
Biochemistry - relating to the chemical processes and substances which occur within living organisms
Biodegradable - capable of being decomposed by bacteria or other living organisms
Live
Life
As society becomes more mindful of our impact on the planet, biodegradable products, like bamboo straws, are gaining popularity.
Students in biology class will study cells, their structure, and each parts’ purpose.
The presentation on Edgar Allan Poe included biographical information like his birthday, cause of death, spouse’s name, and college.
The biochemist conducted a ten-year experiment to find the effects of sugar on a child’s physical development.
Greek
Syn-
Sym-
Syl-
Synthesis - the combination of ideas to form a theory or system
Symphony - a composition of different elements, typically in context of orchestra
Syllable - a unit of pronunciation having one vowel sound, with or without surrounding consonants, forming the whole or a part of a word
Symptom - a sign of the existence of something, especially an illness or disease
With
Together
Zachary looked at his spicy chicken sandwich in horror as the usually vibrant taste fell flat on his taste buds, sure that he was experiencing a distinct symptom of COVID.
The Percy Jackson novels are a great synthesis of greek mythology and modern technology that have amassed a huge following.
Fall time in New England is a symphony of color as the leaves change from green to vibrant oranges, reds, yellows, and purples.
As his mother raged about receiving a phone call from his teacher, Aidan uttered not one syllable for fear of making her even angrier.
Latin
Cred
Credit
Incredible - Impossible to believe
Accredited - Officially recognized or authorized
Credential - A qualification used to indicate that a person is suitable for something
Discredit - Harm the good reputation of someone of something.
Believe
The governor tried to discredit his opponent by claiming he stole money from the government.
Michael Phelps had an incredible swimming career with 23 Olympic gold medals and 28 medals total.
Usain Bolt is accredited with being the fastest man in the world.
Deion Sanders has the necessary credentials as a successful football player to be a great coach.
