Lingo

Irregular Plurals from Greek

19 Words

10m

analysis
1.
a
na
ly
sis
Noun

a methodical examination of the whole structure of something and the relation between its components

The financial analysis revealed the strengths and weaknesses of the company's budget.

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antithesis
2.
an
ti
the
sis
Noun

the direct opposite or contrasting counterpart to something

Dark is the antithesis of light, just as ignorance is the antithesis of knowledge.

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axis
3.
ax
is
Noun

the central point or line around which an object turns

The Earth spins on its axis once every twenty-four hours.

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basis
4.
ba
sis
Noun

a relation that provides the foundation for something

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crisis
5.
cri
sis
Noun

a period of serious difficulty or danger that requires immediate action

During times of crisis, it's essential to remain calm and focused in order to effectively manage the situation and ensure the safety of those involved.

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criterion
6.
cri
te
rion
Noun

a specific condition or factor that is utilized for the evaluation of something

One criterion for selecting a candidate for the job is their relevant work experience.

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diagnosis
7.
diag
no
sis
Noun

the identification of the nature and cause of an illness or other problem

The doctor provided a clear diagnosis after reviewing the test results.

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ellipsis
8.
e
llip
sis
Noun

(grammar) the act of omitting a word or words from a sentence, when the meaning is complete and the omission is understood from the context

The author used an ellipsis to suggest a pause or unfinished thought in the dialogue.

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emphasis
9.
em
pha
sis
Noun

the degree of prominence given to a syllable or musical note, particularly regarding stress or pitch

In the word "emphasis," the emphasis is on the first syllable.

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hypothesis
10.
hy
po
the
sis
Noun

an explanation based on limited facts and evidence that is not yet proved to be true

The scientist developed a hypothesis to explain the observed phenomena.

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neurosis
11.
neu
ro
sis
Noun

a mental condition that is not caused by organic disease in which one is constantly anxious, worried, and stressed

Neurosis often manifests as chronic anxiety, obsessive behaviors, or phobias that interfere with daily functioning.

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paralysis
12.
pa
ra
ly
sis
Noun

a complete or partial loss of the ability to move and feel different parts of one's body, mainly caused by disease or an injury to the nerves

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parenthesis
13.
pa
ren
the
sis
Noun

either of the symbols ( ) used in writing to enclose extra information that is given or to group a symbolic unit in logic or mathematics

In mathematics, a parenthesis is used to group numbers or operations together, as in (3 + 5) × 2.

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phylum
14.
phy
lum
Noun

(biology) a taxonomic category between a class and a kingdom

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synopsis
15.
sy
nop
sis
Noun

a brief summary or overview of the plot, characters, and major events of a book, movie, or other narrative work

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synthesis
16.
syn
the
sis
Noun

the act of producing a substance that exists in living beings

The liver plays a crucial role in the synthesis of proteins necessary for blood clotting.

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thesis
17.
the
sis
Noun

an original piece of writing on a particular subject that a candidate for a university degree presents based on their research

She spent months conducting experiments and analyzing data for her thesis, which was an essential part of her university degree in chemistry.

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criterion
18.
cri
te
rion
Noun

a specific condition or factor that is utilized for the evaluation of something

One criterion for selecting a candidate for the job is their relevant work experience.

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phenomenon
19.
phe
no
me
non
Noun

an observable fact, event, or situation, often unusual or not yet fully explained

Northern lights are a spectacular natural phenomenon.

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