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Latin Root –duce-

Latin Root –duce-. The words are formed from the Latin word ducere , which means, “to lead.” In English, the root –duce- can also be spelled duct , duk , and duit . For example, abduct means to carry off by force; to kidnap. . Conduct . Definition: 1) To lead, guide, run, or manage

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Latin Root –duce-

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  1. Latin Root –duce- The words are formed from the Latin word ducere, which means, “to lead.” In English, the root –duce- can also be spelled duct, duk, and duit. For example, abduct means to carry off by force; to kidnap.

  2. Conduct • Definition: 1) To lead, guide, run, or manage • Part of Speech: verb • Sentence: The manager conducted the sales meeting with great efficiency and skill. Definition: 2) The way a person acts • Part of Speech: noun • Sentence: Teachers expect better conduct from 8th graders than kindergarteners.

  3. Conduit • Definition: 1) A pipe or channel for transporting or enclosing fluids, gases, or wires. • Part of Speech: noun • Sentence: The electrical conduit’s fireproof insulation prevented a blaze from starting. Definition: 2) A means of getting or communicating something. • Part of Speech: noun • Sentence: The diplomat was a conduit for messages between the two leaders.

  4. Deduce • Definition: To reach a conclusion through logical reasoning • Part of Speech: verb • Sentence: When Derek saw a food covered picnic table, he deduced that the campers were nearby.

  5. Duke • Definition: A nobleman of the highest rank other than a prince or king • Part of Speech: noun • Sentence: William, Duke of Normandy, conquered England in 1906.

  6. Inducement • Definition: Something that tempts or persuades; an incentive • Part of Speech: noun • Sentence: The bank offered a free CD player as inducement for opening an account there.

  7. Induction • Definition: Placement or entry into a club or office • Part of Speech: noun • Sentence: Art Donovan’s induction into the U.S. Marine Corps Sports Hall of Fame was well deserved.

  8. Reduction • Definition: 1) An amount subtracted; the amount that something is lessened • Part of Speech: noun • Sentence: Many Americans appreciated the reduction in their property taxes.

  9. Subdue • Definition: 1) To conquer or bring under control • Part of Speech: verb • Sentence: After the championship, police may be called upon to subdue dangerous rioters. Definition: 2) To make less intense or prominent; to tone down • Part of Speech: verb • Sentence: The fashion company decided to subdue their featured colors.

  10. Viaduct • Definition: a structure of spans or arches carrying a road or railroad over a wide valley or other road or railroad. • Part of Speech: noun • Sentence: The viaduct supported the expressway, enabling the street to go beneath it.

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