Let's grab some new words! The Latin roots CAP, CAPT, CIP all mean 'to seize, take, or get.'.
Section 1
Latin Roots: CAP, CAPT, CIP
Let's grab some new words! The Latin roots CAP, CAPT, CIP all mean 'to seize, take, or get.'
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| capacity (n.) | An ability; potential |
| captivate (v.) | To interest greatly; to charm |
| recipient (n.) | A person who gets something |
Section 2
Latin Root: PREHEND
Now, let's seize some understanding with the Latin root PREHEND, which means 'to seize, to grasp, to take.'
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| apprehend (v.) | To seize; to arrest |
| comprehend (v.) | To understand |
Section 3
Latin Roots: SUM, SUMPT
Ready to take on more words? The Latin roots SUM, SUMPT mean 'take, use up, buy.'
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| assumption (n.) | A belief accepted as true |
| consume (v.) | To use up; devour |
| presumptuous (adj.) | Having too much confidence |
| sumptuous (adj.) | Very luxurious or rich |
Section 4
Latin Roots: RAPT, RAP
Let's get carried away with our final root! The Latin roots RAPT, RAP mean 'to seize.'
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| rapture (n.) | A state of intense joy |
| rapidity (n.) | Speed; quickness |
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Section 1
Latin Roots: CAP, CAPT, CIP
Let's grab some new words! The Latin roots CAP, CAPT, CIP all mean 'to seize, take, or get.'
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| capacity (n.) | An ability; potential |
| captivate (v.) | To interest greatly; to charm |
| recipient (n.) | A person who gets something |
Section 2
Latin Root: PREHEND
Now, let's seize some understanding with the Latin root PREHEND, which means 'to seize, to grasp, to take.'
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| apprehend (v.) | To seize; to arrest |
| comprehend (v.) | To understand |
Section 3
Latin Roots: SUM, SUMPT
Ready to take on more words? The Latin roots SUM, SUMPT mean 'take, use up, buy.'
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| assumption (n.) | A belief accepted as true |
| consume (v.) | To use up; devour |
| presumptuous (adj.) | Having too much confidence |
| sumptuous (adj.) | Very luxurious or rich |
Section 4
Latin Roots: RAPT, RAP
Let's get carried away with our final root! The Latin roots RAPT, RAP mean 'to seize.'
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| rapture (n.) | A state of intense joy |
| rapidity (n.) | Speed; quickness |
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