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Root Words. These are words that are Latin or Greek We attach prefixes, suffixes, or other modifiers to them, which slightly change their meaning Example: Scrib or script = to write Describe, prescription. Root 1. Root : Port Definition : to carry Examples: Trans port Im port ant
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Root Words • These are words that are Latin or Greek • We attach prefixes, suffixes, or other modifiers to them, which slightly change their meaning • Example: • Scrib or script = to write • Describe, prescription
Root 1 Root: Port Definition: to carry Examples: Transport Important Portable
Root 2 Root: Form Definition: to shape Examples: Inform Deform Transform
Root 3 Root: Tract Definition: To draw or pull Examples: Subtract Distract Attract
Root 4 Root: Rupt Definition: To break Examples: Disrupt Abrupt Interrupt
Root 5 Root: Scrib or Script Definition: To write Examples: Scribble Prescription Describe
Root 6 Root: Spec or Spect Definition: To see, watch, observe Examples: Inspect Spectacular Disrespect