myPerspectives Unit 3: Concept Vocabulary

verify

ROOT: -ver- "truth"

• verb: to prove to be true

• noun: a statement of fact

• adjective: true or accurate

• adverb: in a truthful manner

candid

ROOT: -cand- "shine" ; "white"

• adjective: very honest; informal, unposed

• noun: a type of light

• verb: to shine brightly

• adjective: overly dramatic

justifiable

ROOT: -justus- "fair"

• adjective: able to be shown as right or reasonable

• adjective: capable of being justified or defended

• adjective: deserving of punishment or blame

• adjective: lacking in fairness or justice

impose

ROOT: -im- "upon"

• verb: to force something (like a rule or belief) onto others

• noun: a type of rule that is optional

• adjective: describing something that is pleasant

• verb: to suggest an idea without pressure

principle

ROOT: -principium- "foundation"

• A fundamental truth, rule, or belief

• A temporary state of affairs

• An unchangeable fact

• A personal opinion or preference

retort

ROOT: -tort- "twist"

• verb: to reply quickly, sharply

• noun: a dull, slow response

• verb: to ignore a question

• noun: a lengthy explanation

status quo

• The existing state of affairs; current condition

• A sudden change in circumstances

• A historical event that shaped society

• A philosophical concept about existence

rational

ROOT: -ratio- "reason"

• adjective: based on logic or reason; sensible

• adjective: lacking in reason; illogical

• adjective: based on emotions; sentimental

• adjective: unreasonable; absurd

rectify

ROOT: -rect- "straight"

• verb: to correct; to set right

• noun: a type of fabric

• adjective: straight and narrow

• adverb: in a straight manner

speculate

ROOT: -spec- "look"

• verb: to guess without evidence

• noun: a type of evidence

• adjective: looking carefully

• adverb: to look quickly