4.4 RUPT WORDS Greek and Latin

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What does the word 'abrupt' mean?

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All of a sudden.

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What does the word 'erupt' mean?

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To explode.

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What does the word 'disruptive' mean?

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Causing or caused by turmoil or disorderly behavior.

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What does the word 'disrupt' mean?

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To interrupt.

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What does the word 'bankrupt' mean?

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Having no money.

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What is the root meaning of 'rupt'?

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To break or burst.

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Give an example of a word that means 'to break apart'.

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Rupture.

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What does 'interrupt' mean?

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To break into a conversation or activity.

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What is a synonym for 'erupt'?

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Explode.

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What does 'disruption' refer to?

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An interruption or disturbance.