lesson 17 greek word parts: aero, belli, pan

Lesson 17Greek Word Parts:

Aero, Belli, Pan

Aero means “air.”

Aerobics is a system of

exercises that

promotes fitness.

Aerodynamics is the branch of

physics related to the motion of air and other gases.

An aerial is a wire or rod used in

sending out and receiving

electromagnetic waves.

When you aerate something, you

expose and mix it with air and other

gases.

The design and construction of aircraft is called

aeronautics.

Belli means “war.”

A rebellion is an uprising.

Belligerent means

“aggressive or warlike.”

Pan means “all.”

A panacea is a cure for all

problems.

An answer

Pandemonium is a noisy uproar.

A panorama is an unlimited

view over a wide area.

Precipitate - to bring something about prematurely; to speed up.

Restrictive – limiting

Scurry – to move lightly and rapidly

Shrewd – sharp in business and practical affairs; cunning.

Spew – to eject forcefully; to spit out in great quantity.

Tact – sensitivity in dealing with others.

Vigorous – strong and energetic in mind or body; done with force and liveliness.