Unit 6 Flashcards
HER/HES
Ex: Adherent, incoherent, inherent
To attach, be fixed (Latin)
Adherent
A follower of a person or idea (Latin)
Synonym: Disciple
Antonym: Opponent
Incoherent
Not able to be understood; nonsensical (Latin)
Synonym: Confused
Antonym: Clear
Inherent
Existing as a natural part (Latin)
Synonym: Innate, inborn
FUS
Ex: Diffuse, Effusive, Profuse
To pour out
Ex: Diffuse, Effusive, Profuse
Diffuse
Not concentrated or focused; wordy (Latin)
Synonym: Scattered
Antonym: Concentrated
Effusive
Overflowing with words or feelings; gushing (Latin)
Synonym: Enthusiastic
Antonym: Restrained
Profuse
Plentiful; abundant (Latin)
Synonym: Bounteous
SOLU/SOLV
Ex: Resolute, dissolute, insoluble
Too loosen, to solve (Latin)
Resoute
Determined; steadfast (Latin)
Synonym: Unshakeable
Dissolute
Devoted to sensual pleasure; lacking moral restraint (Latin)
Synonym: Dissipated, decadent
Insoluble
Impossible to solve or fix (Latin)
Synonym: Puzzling
Antonym: Uncomplicated
LEG
Ex: Diligent, sacrilege, recollect
To select, choose, gather (Latin)
