Word Roots Lesson 8, Level 4

Front

What does the prefix 'anti-' mean?

Back

against, opposite

Front

What does the root 'arct' refer to?

Back

to press together

Front

What is the medical term for narrowing of the aorta?

Back

aortarctia

Front

What does the suffix '-ation' signify?

Back

an action or process

Front

What is the meaning of the term 'antithesis'?

Back

the exact opposite, contrast

Front

What is the meaning of the prefix 'contra-'?

Back

against, opposite

Front

What does the root 'duct' mean?

Back

to lead or carry

Front

What is the meaning of the suffix '-logy'?

Back

the study of

Front

What does the prefix 'sub-' indicate?

Back

under, below

Front

What does the root 'ject' mean?

Back

to throw