Definition & Meaning: Eu- Root Word
The Greek eu, well, comes from eus, good
Examples derived directly from Greek words include eu-phony, the quality of being pleasing to the ear, the valved brass musical instrument called the euphonium derives from the same root;eulogy, a speech or piece of writing that praises someone or something highly; euphoria, a feeling or state of intense excitement and happiness.
Words Based on the Eu- Root Word
Let’s go through some interesting words based on Eu root word:
1. Eubiotics: The study of living in a healthy state.
2. Eucalyptus: Any of numerous tall trees of the genus Eucalyptus
3. Eudemon: A good, or benevolent, demon or spirit.
4. Eudemonia: A state of pleasant well-being.
5. Eudipsia: A normal thirst.
6. Euesthesia: The normal or good conditions of the sensations or feelings of the body.
7. Eumorphics: A reference to the preservation of or keeping the the natural form of a cell.
8. Eumorphism: The preservation of or protecting the natural form of a cell.
9. Euosmia: A pleasant odor.
10. Euphemism: A mild or pleasant word, or phrase, which is used in place of one that might be considered too direct, too harsh, too unpleasant.
11. Euphonic: The descriptive word for a pleasant sound.
12. Euphony: Pleasing or sweet sound.
13. Euphoria: A feeling of great happiness or well-being.
14. Ecstatic: extremely happy or excited.
15. Eupnea: Easy, free respiration.
16. Euthermic: At an optimal temperature.
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