Stems 43.2 Flashcards

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Ex= out,without

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Expedite: (v.) to speed up the progress of; to accomplish quickly

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Infra= beneath

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Infrastructure: (n.) the basic, underlying framework or features of a system or organization

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-ism= doctrine, condition of

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Altruism: (n.) unselfish concern for the welfare of others

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Ject = throw, send

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Trajectory: (n.) the curve described by a projectile, rocket, or the like in its flight

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Loqu= talk

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Colloquial: (adj.) characteristics of ordinary or familiar conversation rather than formal speech or writing; informal

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Nym= name

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Aptonym: (n.) a proper name that aptly describes the occupation of the person, especially by coincidence

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Sub= under

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Subjugate: (v.) to bring a people or nation under the control of another nation; to bring under control

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Super= over

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Insuperable: (adj.) incapable of being surmounted, overcome, or passed over

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Trib= pay, give, assign

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Retribution: (n.) retaliation, punishment, or revenge on someone for doing a wrong, an injury, etc.

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Cise = cut

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Concise: (adj.) expressing much in few words; clear and succinct

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