Greek/Latin Roots Set 14 Flashcard

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bilingual

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able to speak and understand two languages; using or expressed in two languages.

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dilemma

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a situation in which you must make a difficult choice.

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asteroid

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a small rocky body orbiting the sun, often found in the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter.

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mute

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unable to speak; silent.

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celestial body

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any natural object outside of the Earth's atmosphere, such as a star, planet, or moon.

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unilateral

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affecting only one side; one-sided.

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trio

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a group of three people or things.

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trilogy

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a series of three related works, such as books or films.

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bilingualism

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the ability to speak and understand two languages fluently.

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silence

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the absence of sound.