Word Roots Lesson 9, level 4

Front

What does the prefix 'per-' mean?

Back

It means 'through' or 'very'.

Front

What does the prefix 'ex-' indicate?

Back

It means 'out', 'away', or 'from'.

Front

What does the root 'asper' refer to?

Back

It refers to 'rough'.

Front

What does the root 'turb' signify?

Back

It signifies 'commotion' or 'agitation'.

Front

What is a turbine?

Back

A machine for producing power in which a wheel is made to revolve by a fast-moving flow of water, steam, gas, or air.

Front

What does the suffix '-ance' denote?

Back

It denotes a state or quality, often used to form nouns.

Front

What does the suffix '-ation' indicate?

Back

It indicates the action or process of doing something.

Front

What does the prefix 'dis-' mean?

Back

It means 'apart', 'away', or 'not'.

Front

What is the meaning of 'exasperation'?

Back

It refers to a feeling of intense irritation or annoyance.

Front

What does 'turbulence' refer to?

Back

It refers to violent or unsteady movement of air or water.