Vocabulary

Unit #2

Root Word ExampleSta, Sti -

The root “Sta” is in the word Stage. A platform on which actors “stand” during a play.

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The soldier had to work quickly to stanch the blood seeping from the wound.

Though she was a staunch believer in the goodness of humanity, she found her faith tested by the horrible events of the week.

Although they are classified as extinct, I fear there may still be some extant megaladons hidden in the ocean.

Police feared the townspeople would grow restive under the strict curfew and begin to engage in acts of civil disorder.

Root Word ExamplePos -

The root “Pos” is in the word Position. A word used to describe where someone might “put or place” something.

Apropos of Jim’s speech on nuclear energy, Dawn mentioned that a new plant would be built in the neighboring town.

Once Saddam Hussein was deposed, the statues of him were also torn down.

Root Word ExampleStas, Stat-

The root “Stat” is in the word Stationary. A word used to describe bikes designed for “standing” instead of actual travel.

Usually he can’t sit still, but because he stayed up all night, he has remained mostly static today.

Penn State’s homecoming victory over Michigan left the fans in a state of ecstasy.

In order to prevent the space travelers from aging significantly, they were kept in a medically controlled stasis.

Root Word ExampleEnt, Ess -

The root “ess” is in the word essential. A word used to describe things that are “to be” completely necessary.

Wheels are an essential part of a bicycle.

There appeared to be a mysterious entity floating in the clouds.

After a lot of work, the scientist was finally able to extract the essence of vanilla from the vanilla beans.

His excellent grades and behavior, when paired with his school spirit, made him the quintessential student.