The Root DICT

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What does the root DICT mean?

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The root DICT means 'say or tell.'

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To say the opposite of something someone else has said; to deny the truth of something.

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The term for this action is 'contradict.'

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The act of speaking words that someone writes down.

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This action is called 'dictation.'

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To say what will or might happen in the future.

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The term for this action is 'predict.'

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A person who has absolute power or control, often in a cruel or oppressive way.

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This person is referred to as a 'dictator.'

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What is the meaning of 'dictation'?

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Dictation is the act of speaking words that someone else writes down.

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Provide an example of a sentence using 'contradict.'

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My brother contradicted my claim that I finished my homework.

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What is a synonym for 'predict'?

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A synonym for 'predict' is 'foretell.'

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What is the difference between 'dictate' and 'dictation'?

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'Dictate' is the act of saying something aloud for someone to write down, while 'dictation' is the process of writing down what is said.

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What is a 'verdict'?

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A verdict is a decision made by a jury or judge in a court of law.