Vocabulary From Latin & Greek Roots - Unit 8 Flashcards

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Complacent

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PLAC
Adjective
Satisfied with a situation that should be changed or improved.
Syn: smug

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PLAC

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To please.

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Placebo

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PLAC
Noun
Something which has a positive mental effect, but no physical effect.
Syn: quick fix

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Placid

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PLAC
Adjective
Calm; undisturbed.
Syn: peaceful
Ant: agitated
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GRAT

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Pleasing, earning thanks; or thankful.

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Gratuitous

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GRAT
Adjective
Unnecessary or unwanted.
Syn: unessential
Ant: important
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Ingratiate

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GRAT
Verb
To gain another’s favor by flattery or false friendliness.

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Ingrate

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GRAT
Noun
One who is not properly thankful.

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DOC/DOCT

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To teach.

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Docile

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DOC
Adjective
Easily taught; submissive to instruction.
Syn: obedient
Ant: defiant
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Indoctrinate

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DOCT
Verb
To teach a certain point of view to.
Syn: instill

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Doctrine

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DOCT
Noun
That which is taught; body of beliefs or ideas.
Syn: creed

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TEMPER

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To temper, make less severe.

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Temper

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TEMPER
Verb
To decrease the strength of.

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Temperance

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TEMPER
Noun
Restraint or moderation, especially in regards to alcohol or food.
Syn: frugality
Ant: indulgence
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Intemperate

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TEMPER
Adjective
Lacking moderation; severe or extreme.
Syn: rigorous