by Wordpandit | Sep 2, 2017 | Word Roots |
Definition & Meaning: Antero Word Root The Word Root-Antero comes from Latin –‘situated in front, fore’. Anterior and posterior, antonyms of each other, where the former usually pertains to ‘situated at the front of’, opposed to posterior which means ‘situated...
by Wordpandit | Aug 29, 2017 | Word Roots |
Definition & Meaning: Aniso Word Root The term ‘Aniso’ traces its origins to the Greek noun meaning ‘Unequal, asymmetrical, dissimilar’, blending the prefix ‘an-‘ (signifying negation) with ‘iso-‘ (meaning equal) to...
by Wordpandit | Aug 29, 2017 | Word Roots |
Exploring the Ant/Ent Word Root Exploring the etymology of words unveils the rich tapestry of language and its evolution. The Latin roots “-Ant” and “-Ent” serve as a fascinating study, denoting an act, condition, or inclination. These roots are prolific in English,...
by Wordpandit | Aug 29, 2017 | Word Roots |
Definition & Meaning: Ankylo Word Root Steeped in Greek origins, the root word ‘Ankylo’ encapsulates the essence of being ‘bent’, ‘crooked’, ‘stiff’, ‘fixed’, or ‘closed’. It intriguingly...
by Wordpandit | Aug 29, 2017 | Word Roots |
Exploring the Anglo Word Root Delving into the etymology of words offers a glimpse into the cultural and historical significances that shape our language. The root word “Anglo,” originating from Latin, signifies “English or British,” and is a...
by Wordpandit | Aug 29, 2017 | Word Roots |
Definition & Meaning: Andr Word Root Diving into the etymology of the Andr root word, we uncover its origins in the Greek ‘andró(s)’, the genitive form of ‘anḗr’, meaning ‘man’. This root word predominantly signifies...
