Understanding Greek and Latin Roots: Therm and Dict
Explore the meanings of Greek root "therm" and Latin root "dict" through words like thermometer, geothermal, thermostat, dictionary, contradict, and more. Discover how these roots relate to concepts of heat, temperature regulation, and speaking. Dive into examples of their usage in various contexts.
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Do Now: Brainstorm a list of words with therm dict What do you think therm means? What do you think dict means?
Greek Root: therm= heat thermometer geothermal thermostat thermal thermos Latin Root : dict= to speak dictionary contradict diction verdict predict
Greek: therm - heat thermometer geothermal thermostat thermal Thermos
thermometer (n) - an instrument for measuring and indicating temperature Example: The thermometer outside the school said that the temperature was 15 degrees below zero, so we had the day off!
geothermal (adj) of, relating to, or produced by the internal heat of the earth Example: Investors in geothermal energy projects are exploring the potential to generate carbon.
thermostat (n) - a device that automatically regulates temperature Example: I had to adjust the thermostat in this classroom because the air felt as balmy and stagnant as the jungles of Vietnam!
thermal (adj) - of or relating to heat Example: After an hour and a half of pampering, including a massage and hair treatment, I took a dip in the thermal pools.
Thermos (Proper noun) - a container that keeps a drink or other fluid hot or cold by means of a double wall enclosing a vacuum Example: I used a Thermos to bring my coffee and chicken noodle soup to school for lunch; my food stayed warm the whole day!
Latin: dict to speak dictionary contradict diction verdict predict
dictionary (n) - a book that lists the words of a language in alphabetical order and gives their meaning Example: The students used an old-school Webster s dictionary to search for the definitions to their Word Study words.
contradict (v) - assert the opposite of a statement made by someone Example: Mayella Ewell tried to contradict Tom Robinson s statement that he was trying to help her move a chiffarobe by stating he raped her.
diction (n) the choice and use of words and phrases in speech or writing Example: Harper Lee s diction in To Kill a Mockingbird mimics the accent, idioms, and racism that existed in Alabama in the 1930s.
verdict (n) an opinion or judgment Example: In To Kill a Mockingbird, the jury s verdict concluded that Tom Robinson was guilty of raping Mayella Ewell, which angered Jem, who believed the evidence showed Tom s innocence.
predict (v) to say or estimate that (a specified thing) will happen in the future Example: Who do you predict will win the next presidential race for 2016?
General Vocabulary counter argument (n) a contrasting, opposing, or refuting argument Example: A counter argument to not wearing uniforms in school is that uniforms prevent jealousy among students because all students have the same clothing.
logical argument (n) a course of reasoning aimed at demonstrating a truth or falsehood Example: Make a logical argument about whether or not social media is good form of entertainment for the youth of America.
