Unit 4 Greek and Latin Roots cycl, circ/circum, centr/center

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What does the prefix 'cycl' mean?

Back

The prefix 'cycl' means 'circle' or 'cycle', indicating something that is circular or occurs in cycles.

Front

Define 'eccentric'.

Back

Eccentric refers to a person or behavior that is unconventional, strange, or unusual.

Front

What is a 'cycle'?

Back

A cycle is a series of events or actions that repeat in the same order, forming a loop.

Front

What does 'circumvent' mean?

Back

To circumvent means to find a way around an obstacle or to avoid something in a clever or sometimes dishonest manner.

Front

Explain the term 'concentric'.

Back

Concentric refers to two or more objects that share the same center point.

Front

What does 'central' mean?

Back

Central means located in the middle or at the center of something.

Front

What is the meaning of the prefix 'circum'?

Back

The prefix 'circum' means 'around' or 'about', indicating something that encircles or surrounds.

Front

Provide an example of a 'cycle' in nature.

Back

An example of a cycle in nature is the water cycle, which includes processes like evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

Front

What is the relationship between 'eccentric' and 'conventional'?

Back

Eccentric describes behavior that is unconventional or different from the norm, while conventional refers to behavior that is typical or standard.

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How can 'circumvent' be used in a sentence?

Back

He tried to circumvent the rules by finding a loophole.