Exploring Word Roots and Meanings

What is the meaning of the root "De" as used in the word "declaim"?

• Up

• Down

• Across

• Through

Which word is derived from the root "Voc" meaning "voice"?

• Translucent

• Sotto voce

• Egocentric

• Cacophony

Identify the root in the word "translucent" and its meaning.

• Luc, light

• Trans, across

• Tang, touch

• Fort, strong

What does the root "Acr" mean in the word "acerbity"?

• Sweet

• Sharp

• Soft

• Round

Which of the following words is associated with the root "Ambul" meaning "walk"?

• Impugn

• Perambulate

• Perfidy

• Loquacious

The root "Pugn" means "fight." Which word uses this root?

• Impugn

• Egocentric

• Sacrosanct

• Forte

What is the meaning of the root "Sequ" in the word "non sequitur"?

• Lead

• Follow

• Begin

• End

Which word is derived from the root "Centri" meaning "center"?

• Egocentric

• Cacophony

• Translucent

• Declaim

The root "Ous" means "full of." Which word uses this root?

• Loquacious

• Sacrosanct

• Fortissimo

• Perfidy

What is the meaning of the root "Sanct" in the word "sacrosanct"?

• Holy

• Strong

• Light

• Sound