English 9 Unit 3 Root Words

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Nominal

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Definition: In name only; not completely true. Example: The ___ purpose of the club was to discuss ancient coins, but the members usually argued about politics.

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Sophisticate

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Definition: One well-traveled and knowledgeable about culture, etiquette, and/or fashion. Example: Since I am unable to distinguish a salad fork from an ordinary fork, I hardly consider myself a ___.

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Sophomoric

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Definition: Not highly developed; crude (foolish, immature). Example: I found Rob's sense of humor ___, but he was funny nonetheless.

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Anonymous

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Definition: Not revealing one's identity. Example: An ___ donor gave several million dollars to the homeless shelter.

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ONYM

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Meaning: Name.

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Cognizant

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Definition: Being aware or having knowledge of something. Example: She was ___ of the challenges ahead.

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Denomination

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Definition: A name or designation, especially for a class of things. Example: The church has several different ___.

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Antonym

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Definition: A word opposite in meaning to another. Example: 'Hot' is an ___ of 'cold'.

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Nomenclature

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Definition: A system of names used in a particular field. Example: The scientific ___ of plants can be complex.

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Incognito

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Definition: Having one's true identity concealed. Example: The celebrity traveled ___ to avoid being recognized.