Vocabulary From Latin And Greek Roots: Unit 4

In Latin, the word FORM translates to 'to form' or 'to establish'. It does not mean 'to break, to destroy', 'to run, to jump', or 'to sing, to dance'.

Misinformation refers to false or incorrect information that is spread, regardless of whether it is intentional or not. It is important to be able to discern between accurate information and misinformation in order to make informed decisions.

Reform refers to bringing something back to a state of rightness, order, or morality, not causing chaos, maintaining the status quo, or ignoring ethics and values.

The Latin word APT/EPT translates to 'to fit' in English. The other options do not accurately reflect the meaning of the Latin term.

The correct answer 'unskilled; clumsy' defines 'inept' as lacking skill or ability, and being awkward or clumsy in one's actions.

The correct definition of adept is someone who is skilled or expert at something.

Aptitude refers to a natural ability or talent for a specific skill or task. It is not related to unrelated abilities like breathing underwater or lack of motivation.

Latin POS/PON translates to 'to put, place'. The correct answer refers to the action of placing something in a specific location.

Posit means to propose or assert something as a fact or a basis for reasoning. It is the act of putting forth an idea or a statement.

Imposing something means to forcefully place it upon someone or something, making it the correct definition of impose.

Disposition typically refers to one's attitude or mood towards something.

The Latin term 'FIG' translates to 'to shape'.

The correct definition of the word 'figment' is something that is invented or imaginary, not related to other options provided.

Effigy refers to a figure, usually human, that is created to mock or represent someone in a negative light.

The term 'prefigure' means to resemble or predict a future event, not to imitate, install beforehand, or postpone.