Vocabulary Workshop - Etymology

Question 1

etymology

Answer 1

• the origin and history of a word

- found in a dictionary

Question 2

emanated

Answer 2

• came form, originated from
• Latin roots
• 1780-1790

Question 3

discern

Answer 3

• perceive, recognize
• middle english
• 1300-50

Question 4

reconciliation

Answer 4

• the restoration of harmony of friendship
• Latin roots
• 1540-50