Latin Roots Vocabulary Quiz - Level 1
Q1–10 of 58Choose the option that most accurately represents the meaning of the given word / phrase.
A priori :
Pronunciation: ah pry-or-ee
Explanation: Refers to reasoning derived from logic or theory rather than observation.
Etymology: Latin for “from what comes before” (prior reasoning).
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A posteriori:
Pronunciation: ah pos-teer-ee-or-ee
Explanation: Refers to conclusions drawn after examining evidence or experience.
Etymology: Latin for “from what comes after.”
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Ad hoc:
Pronunciation: ad hok
Explanation: Something created or done for a particular need or situation.
Etymology: Latin meaning “for this.”
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Ad infinitum:
Pronunciation: ad in-fi-nai-tum
Explanation: Indicates something continuing indefinitely.
Etymology: Latin meaning “to infinity.”
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Ad interim:
Pronunciation: ad in-ter-im
Explanation: Used for something meant to function temporarily.
Etymology: Latin for “for the intervening time.”
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Ad nauseam:
Pronunciation: ad naw-see-um
Explanation: Refers to excessive repetition causing irritation.
Etymology: Latin meaning “to nausea.”
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Ad valorem:
Pronunciation: ad vuh-lor-em
Explanation: Commonly used in taxation; based on assessed value.
Etymology: Latin meaning “according to value.”
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Ad hominem:
Pronunciation: ad hom-i-nem
Explanation: A logical fallacy that targets the individual instead of their argument.
Etymology: Latin meaning “to the person.”
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Alma mater:
Pronunciation: al-muh mah-ter
Explanation: Refers to the institution from which one graduated.
Etymology: Latin for “nourishing mother.”
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Alter ego:
Pronunciation: al-ter ee-go
Explanation: Refers to a second identity or different aspect of someone.
Etymology: Latin meaning “other self.”