Latin Derivatives chapter 18 and 19 (copy)

precursor

a person or thing that comes before another of the same kind; a forerunner. The Latin word it's derived from is praecurro, praecurrere ( to run ahead)

Hominid

a primate of a family ( Hominidae ) that includes humans and their fossil ancestors. The Latin word it's derived from is homo,hominis (man)

Precipitation

rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground. The Latin word it's derived from is praecipito (to hurl or throw)

fugitive

a person who has escaped from a place or is in hiding, especially to avoid arrest or persecution. The Latin word it's derived from is fugio,fugere (to flee).

refuge

a condition of being safe or sheltered from pursuit, danger, or trouble. The Latin word it's derived from is fugio, fugere (to flee)

revoke

put an end to the validity or operation of (a decree, decision, or promise). The Latin word it's derived from is revoco ( to call back).

legate

a member of the clergy, especially a cardinal, representing the Pope. The Latin word it's derived from legatus (envoy).

agnostic

a person who believes nothing can be known or is known of the existence or nature of God or of anything beyond material phenomena; a person who claims neither faith nor disbelief in God. The Latin word it's derived from is agnosco, agnoscere (to recognize)

Omni

all, every

omniscient

knowing everything. The Latin word its derived from is Omni + scio ( to know)

omnipotent

(of a deity) having unlimited power ; able to do anything. The Latin word it's derived form is Omni+ potens (powerful)

fortitude

courage in pain or adversity. The Latin word it's derived from is fortis (strong or brave)

laudable

(of an action, idea, or goal) deserving praise and commendation. The Latin word its derived from is laudo (to praise).

Our Lady of the Cenacle (why is it called "the Cenacle"?)

"Our lady of the Cenacle" refers to Mary praying with the apostles in the Upper Room after Jesus' Ascension, which is why the title is used. The "cenacle" is the Upper Room in Jerusalem where Jesus celebrated the Last Supper, and where the apostles and Mary later gathered to await the Holy Spirit on Pentecost. The Latin word it's derived from is cena (dinner) and ceno ( to eat)

ameliorate

to improve, make better, correct a flaw or shortcoming. The Latin word it's derived form is melior (better).

vigilant

keeping careful watch for possible danger or difficulties. The Latin word it's derived form is vigilo, vigilare (to stay awake)

Vigilante

a member of a self- appointed group of citizens who undertake law enforcement in their community without legal authority, typically because the legal agencies are thought to be inadequate. The Latin word it's derived from is vigilo, vigilare ( to stay awake).

sordid

involving ignoble actions and motives; arousing moral distaste and contempt. The Latin word it's derived from is sordidus ( dirty).