Latin Root Word

Latin Root WordDict Means SpeakdictionOnes manner of speaking; enunciation

edictPublic words used by an official and proclaiming a law or command

contradictTo speak against; to deny the truth; to say the opposite

dictationAct of speaking so that another may write down

indictmentFormal words spoken or written by a grand jury charging a person with a crime

dictionaryA reference book in which spoken and written words are defined

predictTo speak about future events, foretell

verdictThe decision in a trial given by a jury

dictatorA leader who speaks rules with total power.

dictumA judges ruling or statement

DiscomfortDistress or uneaseprimitiveSimple; unsophisticated or crudeinteriorThe inside of a space; such as a home or buildinghonoredAccepting or enjoying respect or distinctionsecretiveConcealing; not open or frankimmersedFully absorbed or occupiedbungledBotched; handled badlycontagiousSpread by contact; communicablebrandishingWaving about in bold or daring manner; flourishingimprintedMarked on a surface by printing or pressureWords from Frindle

absorbedFully engaged

aisleA passageway that separates one section fromanother

beamingSmiling very warmly

sidetrackTo turn away or distract someone from the main subject

oathA formal appeal to God or another authority to witness to the truth of a promise or statement.

reputationThe general estimation in which a person or thing is held by others.