Vocabulary: Word Roots, Prefixes, and Lesson Five Word List

Flashcards covering Latin/Greek roots, prefixes, and Lesson Five vocabulary words with definitions.

circum-

A prefix meaning "around, on all sides."

naviga

A root meaning "to sail, to steer."

intro- / intra-

Prefixes meaning "in, within, inside of."

spec / spect

Roots meaning "to see, look at."

vert / vers

Roots meaning "to turn."

locu

A root meaning "speaking."

extro-

A prefix meaning "outside."

rancor

Extreme hatred or ill will.

inexorable

Unrelenting; unavoidable.

extol

To praise highly.

clement

Merciful; lenient.

cliché

A worn-out idea or overused expression.

adamant

Unyielding; firm in opinion.

diffident

Lacking in self-confidence; shy.

opus

A creative work, especially a numbered composition (plural: opera).

ostensible

Professed but not necessarily true.

disparity

Inequality; difference.