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classical roots voca

vocabulary from classical roots chapters one and two

TermDefinition
anthropology The scientific study of the origins, cultural development, and customs of human beings.
autocrat A ruler who has absolute or unlimited power; a despot
automaton A person who behaves in a mechanical, routine manner; a robot.
autonomy The condition of being self governing; independance.
autopsy The examination of a corpse to determine the cause of death.
egoism Conceit; everything according to one's personal interest.
feminism The belief that women should possess the same political and economical rights as men.
feminist A supporter of women's claims to the same rights and treatment as men.
gynecology The branch of medicine dealing with disorders and treatment of the reproductive system in woman.
homicide The killing of one person by another; a person who kills another.
humane Having the worthy qualities of human beings, such as kindness or compassion.
humanism A philosophy in which interests and values of human beings are of primary importance.
humanities Branches of knowledge concerned with human beings and their culture.
misanthrope A person who hates all people
virile Having certain characteristics traditionally associated with masculinity, especially physical strength, vitality, and assertiveness.
congenital Existing at birth but not hereditary.
engender To give rise to; to bring into existence.
genealogy A record of descent from one's ancestors; the study of family records.
genesis A beginning or origin.
genocide The planned annihilation of a racial, political or cultural group.
genre A type of class or category, especially in fine art or literature.
genteel Well mannered; refined; polite
gentile Anyone not of Jewish faith.
gentry Aristocratic or well-bred people.
heterogeneous Having parts that are unrelated or completely different.
homogeneous Of the same kind or sort.
indigenous Occurring in or characterizing an area; native.
progenitor A direct ancestor; an originator of a line of descent.
progeny Children or descendants; offspring.
Created by: 18stron_zach
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