Unit Six Flashcards
What does the Latin root Her/Hes stand for
To attach, to be fixed
Adherent
N. a follower of a person or idea
Root. Her/Hes
Syn.disciple
Ant. Opponent
Incoherent
Adj. not able to be understood
Root. Her/Hes
Syn. Confused
Ant. Clear
Inherent
Adj. Existing as a natural part
Root. Her/Hes
Syn. Innate
Ant. Unborn
What does root FUS stand for?
“To pour out”
Diffuse
Adj. not concentrated or focused
Root. Her/Hes
Syn.scattered
Ant. Concentrated
Diffuse
Adj. to spread out
Root. Her/Hes
Syn. Disperse
Ant. Concentrate
Effusive
Adj. plentiful
Root. FUS
Syn. Enthusiastic
Ant. Restrained
Sol/Solv is Latin for what?
To loosen, to solve
Resolute
Adj. determined, steadfast
Root. Sol
Syn. Unshakeable
Ant. Fragile
Dissolute
Adj. devoted to sensual pleasure
Root. Sol
Syn. Decadent
Insoluble
Adj. impossible to solve or fix
Root. Sol
Syn. Puzzling
Ant. Uncomplicated
Insoluble
Adj. unable to be dissolved
Root. Sol
Syn. Tough
Ant. Smooth
What does the Latin prefix Leg stand for?
To collect to gather
Diligent
Adj. hardworking
Root. Leg
Syn. Assiduous
Ant. Lazy