8th grade Unit 8 Vocabulary

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What does the root 'non' in 'nonplussed' mean?

Back

many

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What does the root 'num' mean?

Back

to count

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What does the root 'idio' in 'idiom' mean?

Back

single; peculiar, personal

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What does the root 'insul' mean?

Back

island

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What does the root 'plural' in 'plurality' mean?

Back

many

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What is the meaning of 'nonplussed'?

Back

bewildered or confused.

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What is an idiom?

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a phrase or expression that has a figurative meaning different from its literal meaning.

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What does 'plurality' refer to?

Back

the state of being plural or having multiple parts.

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What is the definition of 'insular'?

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relating to or characteristic of an island; isolated.

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What does 'numerous' mean?

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consisting of many items or parts.