Learn on PengiVocabulary from Latin and Greek Roots, Book 1, Level VIIUnit 9 ~ Unit 12

Ch 3.2: Unit 10

Let's begin by exploring words that come from the Latin root 'PUT,' meaning 'to think' or 'determine.'.

Section 1

The Latin Root 'PUT'

Let's begin by exploring words that come from the Latin root 'PUT,' meaning 'to think' or 'determine.'

Key Words

WordDefinition
reputation (n.)An idea held by the public about something or someone
compute (v.)To figure out an amount or number

Example Usage

  • The new restaurant quickly gained a reputation for its delicious food and friendly staff.
  • Can you compute how much our groceries will cost before we get to the checkout?

Section 2

The Latin Root 'FID'

Now, let's look at words that build on 'FID,' a root all about trust and belief.

Key Words

WordDefinition
confident (adj.)Sure; certain
confidante (n.)Someone to whom one tells a secret

Example Usage

  • After weeks of practice, the dancer felt confident that she would perform her solo perfectly.
  • My journal acts as my silent confidante, holding all the thoughts I don't share with anyone else.

Section 3

The Latin Roots 'SENT, SENS'

Get in touch with your feelings with these words from the Latin roots 'SENT' and 'SENS.'

Key Words

WordDefinition
sentimental (adj.)Showing or causing a lot of emotion
sensible (adj.)Smart and practical
sensation (n.)A feeling or experience

Example Usage

  • My father isn't usually sentimental, but he kept all of my childhood drawings.
  • It was a sensible decision to bring an umbrella, as it started raining an hour later.
  • When I touched the hot pan, I felt a burning sensation in my fingertip.

Section 4

The Latin Roots 'CRED, CREED'

To believe or not to believe? That is the question answered by words from the roots 'CRED' and 'CREED.'

Key Words

WordDefinition
incredible (adj.)Unbelievable
discredit (v.)To take away belief or trust in
creed (n.)A statement of belief

Example Usage

  • The athlete's recovery from his injury was so fast it was incredible.
  • The defense lawyer tried to discredit the witness by pointing out inconsistencies in her story.
  • The organization's creed is to help all people in need, regardless of their background.

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Section 1

The Latin Root 'PUT'

Let's begin by exploring words that come from the Latin root 'PUT,' meaning 'to think' or 'determine.'

Key Words

WordDefinition
reputation (n.)An idea held by the public about something or someone
compute (v.)To figure out an amount or number

Example Usage

  • The new restaurant quickly gained a reputation for its delicious food and friendly staff.
  • Can you compute how much our groceries will cost before we get to the checkout?

Section 2

The Latin Root 'FID'

Now, let's look at words that build on 'FID,' a root all about trust and belief.

Key Words

WordDefinition
confident (adj.)Sure; certain
confidante (n.)Someone to whom one tells a secret

Example Usage

  • After weeks of practice, the dancer felt confident that she would perform her solo perfectly.
  • My journal acts as my silent confidante, holding all the thoughts I don't share with anyone else.

Section 3

The Latin Roots 'SENT, SENS'

Get in touch with your feelings with these words from the Latin roots 'SENT' and 'SENS.'

Key Words

WordDefinition
sentimental (adj.)Showing or causing a lot of emotion
sensible (adj.)Smart and practical
sensation (n.)A feeling or experience

Example Usage

  • My father isn't usually sentimental, but he kept all of my childhood drawings.
  • It was a sensible decision to bring an umbrella, as it started raining an hour later.
  • When I touched the hot pan, I felt a burning sensation in my fingertip.

Section 4

The Latin Roots 'CRED, CREED'

To believe or not to believe? That is the question answered by words from the roots 'CRED' and 'CREED.'

Key Words

WordDefinition
incredible (adj.)Unbelievable
discredit (v.)To take away belief or trust in
creed (n.)A statement of belief

Example Usage

  • The athlete's recovery from his injury was so fast it was incredible.
  • The defense lawyer tried to discredit the witness by pointing out inconsistencies in her story.
  • The organization's creed is to help all people in need, regardless of their background.

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