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Greek and Latin Roots 2

This exploration delves into Greek and Latin roots related to concepts of divinity, human existence, and the complexities of society. Key terms like "Theos," "Monotheism," "Anthropology," and "Virtue" reveal foundational ideas in theology and the study of mankind. We examine the opposition of beliefs such as monotheism and polytheism, the significance of "divine" attributes, and the implications of human relationships, including philanthropy and misanthropy. Join us in unraveling the rich tapestry of language and thought shaped by these ancient roots.

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Greek and Latin Roots 2

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  1. Greek and Latin Roots 2 26-38

  2. Theos Greekgod • Theology(logos – to study) – knowledge or study of god • Monotheism(monos – one, alone) – belief in one god • Polytheism(poly – many) – belief in many gods • Atheist(a, ab – away from) – one who does not believe in any god • Enthusiasm(in – in, into) – having spirit or a god inside; inspiration

  3. Deus Latingod • Deity – having the character of a god, object of worship; a god • Deify – to exalt to the position of a god; to treat as a god • Adieu(a – to, French) – parting salutation, go with God • Addio(ad – to, Italian) – goodbye • Adios(a – to, Spanish) - goodbye

  4. Divinus Latingod-like • Divine(adj) – relating to or proceeding directly from God or a god • Divine(noun) – a soothsayer, a clergyman, a theologian • Divine(verb) – to discover as if led by God; find water with a divining rod • Divine Right of Kings – the right to rule comes from God and not the people

  5. Homo, Hominis Latinman, human being • Homo sapiens(sapire – to be wise) – man as a thinking species • Homage – an oath of loyalty by a vassal or tenant to a feudal lord • Human – relating to or characteristic of human beings • Humane – marked by compassion for humans or animals

  6. Anthropos Greekman, mankind, humankind • Anthropology(logos – to study) – the study of mankind • Philanthropy(philia – to love) – devotion to human welfare • Philanthropist – a generous giver to education, charity or social work • Misanthrope(mis – to hate) – a hater or distruster of mankind

  7. Vir Latinman, manly, masculine • Virile – manly • Virago – a man-like woman • Triumvirate(tri – three) - a three man governing team • Virtue – manly strength or courage; moral excellence • Virtual – being in essence or effect, but not in fact • Virtuoso – a man with great technical skill in the fine arts, esp. music

  8. Femina Latinwoman • Female – the gender that can produce eggs or bear offspring • Feminine – having qualities associated with women • Femininity – state of being womanly • Effeminate – feminine in appearance or manner; unmasculine • Feminism – advocacy of women’s rights • Femme fatale(French) – an irresistibly attractive woman

  9. Infans, Infantis Latininability to speak • Infant – speechless; one who cannot yet speak • Infancy – condition of being an infant; early childhood • Infantile – behaving like an infant or child • Infant school – in England school for children under seven years old • Infantry – (originally) force composed of those too young or inexperienced or low in rank for cavalry service; (now) foot soldiers in an army

  10. Pais, paidos Greekchild • Pediatrician(iatros – physician) – a doctor for children • Encyclopedia(kyklos – round) – a series of books which provide a child a well-rounded knowledge on all subjects • Pedagogue(agein – to lead) – tutor who escorted children to school • Pedantic – overly concerned with minute details and formalities in teaching

  11. Schole Greekleisure, free time • School – (n) a place of education, a group of fish swimming together; (v) to teach or educate • Scholastic – of or pertaining to schools or school education • Scholar – a student who is taught, especially one who is learned in classical(Greek or Latin) languages or literature

  12. Ergon Greekwork • Energy(en – in) – the capacity for being active or doing work; useable power • Ergometer(metron – measure) – device for measuring the work performed or energy expended during exercise • Allergy(allos – other) – exaggerated reaction to substances • Surgery(chirurgeon – working by hand) – physician who performs manual operations on the body

  13. Ludo, Lusus Latinplay, mock • Allude(ad – to, toward) – make indirect reference to; refer to • Elude(e, ex – out of) – to avoid cleverly; to escape • Delude(v)(de – down, away from) – to play falsely, deceive • Illusion(n)(in – not) – the creation of a false impression of reality • Ludicrous – laughable, ridiculous, absurd

  14. Iatros Greekdoctor, physician, comforter • Psychiatrist(phychos – soul) – doctor for the mind and soul • Podiatrist(podes – feet) – foot doctor • Hippiatrist(hippos – horse) – a veterinarian • Iatrogenic(genesis – origin, source) – illness or injury caused by doctors’ mistake • Geriatrics(geron – old age) – field of medicine dealing with older people

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