Monday, October 24, 2011

Word Generation: Week 3

Whereas(conjunction)
Root:1300–50; Middle English wheras
Related words:however; but
Definition: while on the contrary
Sentence: I like to swim, whereas she likes to play badminton.
 
 Capable(adjective)
Root:1555–65; < Late Latin capābilisroomy, apparently equivalent to cap(āx) roomy + -ābilisable
Related words:capableness, capability
Definition:having power and ability
Sentence: Pet renting can be a way to see if you are capable of having one or not.
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Ongoing(adjective)
Root: 1855–60; on+ going, after the verb phrase go on
Related words:continuous
Definition:continuing without termination or interruption
Sentence:The cycle of seasons and weather is ongoing.
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Compatible(adjective)
Root:1425–75; late Middle English < Medieval Latin compatibilis,derivative of Late Latin compatī(Latin com-com-+ patīto suffer, undergo)
Related words:noncompatible, compatibleness
Definition:capable of existing or living together in harmony
Sentence:The plug needs to be compatible with the outlet in order to work.
 

Notion(noun)
Root:1560–70; < Latin nōtiōn-(stem of nōtiō) examination, idea, equivalent to nōt(us) past participle of nōscere(see notify) + -iōn--ion
Related words:notionless
Definition:a general understanding; vague or imperfect conception or idea of something
Sentence:I am glad that someone had the notion of a computer and invented it, because it makes our lives easier.
 

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