Vocabulary 4 dict say graph write carn flesh

Vocabulary #4

dict say

graph write

carn flesh

cred believe

fid faith

prefix overtoo much

suffix -ness state or

Vocabulary #4

dict say

diction — 1. ) style of speaking or writing dependent upon choice of words. 2. ) enunciation 3. ) word choice

dictation— the act of writing down words spoken by another

other words that include the root dict- dictionary dictatorship dictate dictogram predict indictment verdict contradiction contradict

graph write

autograph- a person’s signature

graphite a common mineral used in making lead for pencils

graph- homograph polygraph calligraphy graphic/graphic organizer geography paragraph pictograph biography/autobiography holograph

carn flesh

carnivore — an animal that eats flesh

carnival – 1. a traveling amusement show, having sideshows, rides, etc. 2. any merrymaking, revelry, or festival, as a program of sports or entertainment: a winter carnival. 3. the season immediately preceding Lent, often observed with merrymaking.

other words that include the root carn- carniverous carnage Carnal incarnate reincarnation

cred believe

credible/incredible Capable of being believed/not capable of being believed Mother Theresa Joseph Goebbels

credit confidence in a purchaser’s ability and intention to pay

other words that include the root cred- credentials credenza credulous/incredulous credits (as in the end of a movie)

fid faith

fidelity — observance of promises; loyalty

confide to have full trust; to be able to share secrets

other words that include the root fid confidence confidential infideles

prefix over; too much

overwrought extremely excited or agitated

overdraft the act of overdrawing a checking account

other words that include the prefix over- overkill overexaggerate overprotective overdose overestimate overtime

Suffix -ness state or condition of

loneliness — the depressing feeling of being alone

preparedness the state of being prepared —

other words that contain the suffix -ness