Set: Murray e2 Honors Midterm

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Term Definition
PHOBIA fear, dislike, aversion
Acrophobia fear of heights
Agoraphobia fear of open spaces
Anglophobia dislike of England or the English
Claustrophobia fear of enclosed or narrow places
Hydrophobia morbid (abnormal) fear of water
Monophobia fear of being alone
Photophobia morbid aversion to light
PHIL “loving,” fond of”
Philanthropy love of humanity, as shown in donations to charities and social causes
Philatelist stamp collector
Philately collection or study of stamps
Philosopher lover of, or searcher for, wisdom or knowledge
Bibliophile lover of books
MIS hate
Misanthrope hater of humanity
Misogamy hatred of marriage
Misogyny hatred of women
Misology hatred of argument, reasoning, or discussion
Misoneism hatred of anything new
DYS “bad,” “ill,” “difficult”
Dysentery inflammation of the large intestine usually caused by harmful microorganism in food or water
Dyslogistic expressing disapproval or harsh criticism; uncomplimentary
Dyspepsia poor digestion; indigestion
Dysphasia speech difficulty resulting from brain injury
Dysphoria sense of great unhappiness or dissatisfaction
Dystopia imaginary place where living conditions are dreadful
Dystrophy faulty nutrition
EU “good,” “well,” “advantageous”
Eugenics science dealing with improving the hereditary qualities (genes) of the human race
Eulogize write or speak in praise of someone
Euphemism substitution of a “good” expression for an unpleasant one. Example: passed away for death, or custodial engineer for janitor.
Euphonious pleasing in sound
Euphoria sense of great happiness or well-being
Euthanasia The act or practice of ending the life of an individual suffering from a terminal illness or an incurable condition, as by lethal injection or the suspension of extraordinary medical treatment (literally “advantageous death”)
MACRO “large,” “long”
MICRO “small,” “minute”
Macrocosm great world; universe
Macron horizontal mark indicating the vowel over which it is placed is long
Microbe microorganism; microscopic living animal or plant
Microbicide agent or substance that destroys microbes
Microdont having small teeth
A (AN) “not,” “without”
Amoral not moral; without sense of moral responsibility
Amorphous without definite form or shape
Anarchy total absence of rule of government; confusion; disorder
Anemia lack of normal number of red blood cells
Anesthesia loss of feeling or sensation resulting from ether, chloroform, Novocain, etc.
Anomalous not normal; abnormal
Anoxia condition characterized by an absence of oxygen supply to an organ or a tissue
Apnea temporary absence or cessation of breathing
Aseptic free from disease-causing microorganisms
Asymptomatic showing no symptoms of disease
Atheism godlessness; denial in the existence of a Supreme Being
Atrophy a wasting or decrease in size of a body organ, tissue, or part owing to disease, injury, or lack of use
MONO (MON) “one,” “single,” “alone”
POLY “many”
Monarchy ruled by a single person
Polyarchy ruled by many
Polychromatic showing a variety of colors
Monogamy marriage with one mate at a time
Polygamy marriage to several mates at the same time
Polymorphic having various forms
Monosyllabic having one syllable
Polysyllabic have more than one syllable
Monotheism belief that there is one god
Polytheism belief that there is more than one god
Monogram two or more letters interwoven to represent a name
Monograph a detailed written study of a single specialized subject or an aspect of it
Monologue long speech given by one person
Monomania exaggerated or obsessive enthusiasm for or preoccupation with one thing.
Polyglot person who speaks several languages
LOGY “science,” “study,” “account”
Cardiology science dealing with the actions and diseases of the heart
Dermatology science dealing with the skin and its diseases
Ecology science dealing with the relation of the living things to their environment and to each other
Genealogy account of the descent of a person or family from an ancestor
Geology the science that deals with the earth's physical structure and substance, its history, and the processes that act on it.
Meteorology science dealing with the atmosphere and the weather
Necrology list of persons who have recently died
Neurology scientific study of the nervous system and its diseases
Paleontology The study of the forms of life existing in prehistoric or geologic times, as represented by the fossils of plants, animals, and other organisms.
Pathology science dealing with the nature and causes of diseases
Sociology study of evolution, development, and functioning of human society
Theology study of religion and religious ideas
BIO “life”
Abiogenesis spontaneous generation (development of life from lifeless matter)
Amphibious able to live both on land and in water
Biochemistry chemistry dealing with chemical compounds and processes in living plants and animals
Biocidal destructive to life or living things
Biodegradable capable of being readily decomposed into harmless substances by living microorganisms
Biogenesis development of life from preexisting life
Biometry statistical calculation of the probable duration of human life
Biopsy diagnostic examination of a piece of tissue from the living body
Biota the living plants (flora) and living animals (fauna) of a region
Microbe very minute living organism; germ; microorganism
Symbiosis interaction between two different organisms living in close physical association, typically to the advantage of both
TOMY (TOM) “cutting,” “operation of incision”
Anatomy dissection of plants, animals, or anything else for the purpose of studying their structure
Appendectomy surgical removal f the appendix
Dichotomy a division or contrast between two things that are or are represented as being opposed or entirely different
Gastrectomy surgical removal of part or all of the stomach
Lobotomy a surgical operation involving incision into the prefrontal lobe of the brain, formerly used to treat mental illness.
Mastectomy surgical removal of a breast
Phlebotomy the surgical opening or puncture of a vein in order to withdraw blood or introduce a fluid, or (historically) as part of the procedure of letting blood.
Tome one volume, or “cut” of a work of several volumes; scholarly book
Tracheotomy surgical operation of cutting into the windpipe (trachea) to create airway
POD “foot”
Antipodes the direct opposite of something; parts of the globe (or their inhabitants) diametrically opposite (literally, “with the feet opposite”)
Podiatrist one who treats ailments of the foot
Podium dais; raised platform
Tripod utensil, stool, or caldron having three legs
HETERO “different”
Heterochromatic having different colors
Homogeneous of the same kind; similar; uniform
Heterogeneous differing in kind; dissimilar; varied
Heteromorphic exhibiting diversity of form
Homocentric having the same center; concentric
Homophonic having the same sound
HYPER “over,” “above,” “beyond the ordinary”
HYPO “under,” “beneath,” less than the ordinary”
Hypoglycemia abnormally low level of sugar in the blood
Hypertension abnormally high blood pressure
Hypothermia subnormal body temperature
Hyperbole exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally
Hypertrophy enlargement of a body part or organ, as from excessive use
Hypodermic injected on the skin
Hypothetical assumed without proof for the purpose of reasoning; an opinion or conclusion formed on the basis of incomplete information
ENDO “within”
EXO “out of,” “outside”
Endogamy marriage within the tribe, caste, or social group
Exogamy marriage outside the tribe, caste, or social group
Endogenous produced from within; due to internal causes
Exogenous produced from without; due to external causes
Endoskeleton internal skeleton or supporting framework in an animal
Exoskeleton hard protective structure developed outside the body, as the shell of a lobster
Exotic Excitingly strange
ARCHY “rule”
Anarchy total absence of rule or government; confusion; disorder
Hierarchy a system or organization in which people or groups are ranked one above the other according to status or authority
Matriarchy a form of social organization in which the mother rules the family or tribe; descent being traced through the mother
Patriarchy a form of social organization in which the father rules the family or tribe; descent being traced through the father
GEO “earth,” “ground”
Geocentric having or representing the earth as the center, as in former astronomical system
Geopolitics study of government and its policies as affected by physical geography
Geotropism response to the earth’s gravity, as the growing of roots downward in the ground
PATH (PATHO, PATHY) 1. “feeling,” “suffering”; (2) “disease”
Antipathy aversion; dislike
Apathy lack of feeling, emotion, interest, or excitement; indifference
Empathy the complete understanding of another’s feelings, motives, etc.
Pathos quality of drama, speech, literature, music, or events that arouses a feeling of pity or sadness
Homeopathy the treatment of disease by minute doses of natural substances that in a healthy person would produce symptoms of disease
Pathogenic causing disease
Pathological due to disease
Psychopath a person suffering from chronic mental disorder with abnormal or violent social behavior

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Terms 155
Creator murrays
Created January 15, 2008
Groups None
Tags lm, murray, english, greek
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Most Missed Words

  1. Dichotomy → a division or contrast between two things that are or are represented as being opposed or entirely different - 19 misses
  2. PATH (PATHO, PATHY) → 1. “feeling,” “suffering”; (2) “disease” - 19 misses
  3. Pathogenic → causing disease - 18 misses
  4. Misology → hatred of argument, reasoning, or discussion - 17 misses
  5. Dyslogistic → expressing disapproval or harsh criticism; uncomplimentary - 17 misses
  6. Antipathy → aversion; dislike - 17 misses
  7. Aseptic → free from disease-causing microorganisms - 16 misses