mal-Greek and Latin Root Words

Front

Underfed, lacking nourishment

Back

malnourished

Front

When a store's point-of-sale system ______________________, no customers can be checked out.

Back

malfunctions

Front

Gloomy or depressing

Back

dismal

Front

The prosecutor had to prove the crime was committed with _____________________.

Back

malice

Front

He made a _____________ showing during the spelling bee.

Back

dismal

Front

Disease or illness

Back

malady

Front

A biopsy can determine if a tumor is _______________________ and needs treatment.

Back

malignant

Front

The atmosphere during the funeral was _______________.

Back

dismal

Front

adj. lacking skill

Back

dismal

Front

mal

Back

Latin Root