Unit 6 Flashcards
HER/HES
Latin. Means “to attach, be fixed”.
Adherent, Incoherent, Inherent
Adherent
Noun. A follower of a person or idea.
Root: Her/Hes
Synonym: disciple
Antonym: opponent
Incoherent
Adjective. Not able to be understood; nonsensical.
Root: Her/Hes
Synonym: confused
Antonym: clear
Inherent
Adjective. Existing as a natural part.
Root: Her/Hes
Synonym: innate, inborn
FUS
Latin. Means “to pour out”.
Diffuse, Effusive, Profuse.
Diffuse
Adjective. Not concentrated or focused; wordy.
Root: Fus
Synonym: scattered
Antonym: concentrated
Effusive
Adjective. Overflowing with words or feelings.
Root: Fus
Synonym: enthusiastic
Antonym: restrained
Profuse
Adjective. Plentiful; abundant.
Root: Fus
Synonym: bounteous
SOLU/SOLV
Latin. Means “to loosen, to solve.”
Resolute, Dissolute, Insoluble.
Resolute
Adjective. Determined; steadfast.
Root: Solu/Solv
Synonym: unshakeable
Dissolute
Adjective. Devoted to sensual pleasure; lacking moral restraint.
Root: Solu/Solv
Synonym: dissipated; decadent
Insoluble
Adjective. Impossible to solve or fix. Unable to be dissolved.
Root: Solu/Solv
Synonym: puzzling, tough
Antonym: uncomplicated
LEG
Latin. Means “to select, to choose, to gather.”
Diligent, Recollect, Sacrilege.
Diligent
Adjective. Hardworking and careful.
Root: Leg
Synonym: assiduous
Antonym: lazy
Recollect
Verb. To remember; to recall.
Root: Leg
