Vocabulary Flashcard: flect, flex

Front

What does the prefix 'flect' mean?

Back

The prefix 'flect' means to bend or curve.

Front

What does the prefix 'flex' mean?

Back

The prefix 'flex' means to bend or to be able to bend.

Front

What is a 'flexor' muscle?

Back

A flexor muscle is a muscle that decreases the angle between two body parts, allowing bending movements.

Front

What does it mean to be 'flexible'?

Back

To be flexible means to be able to bend easily without breaking; it can also refer to being adaptable.

Front

What is 'inflexibility'?

Back

Inflexibility refers to the inability to bend or adapt; it can describe physical stiffness or a rigid mindset.

Front

What is 'circumflex'?

Back

Circumflex refers to a bending or curving around; in anatomy, it often describes the movement of joints like the wrist.

Front

What is 'inflection' in the context of voice?

Back

Inflection refers to the modulation of the voice, including changes in pitch and tone to convey meaning or emotion.

Front

How does flexibility benefit dancers?

Back

Flexibility allows dancers to perform a wider range of movements and reduces the risk of injury.

Front

What are some benefits of having strong flexor muscles?

Back

Strong flexor muscles improve movement efficiency, enhance athletic performance, and support joint stability.

Front

What is the opposite of 'flexible'?

Back

The opposite of 'flexible' is 'inflexible'.