Master Word Index

Having the necessary power, skill, knowledge, or resources to accomplish a particular task or action, including the freedom from constraints that would prevent successful completion.

Root: habilis (from, away, off)

To touch by means of a mutual border, edge, or end; to border on or lie adjacent to something. Most commonly used to describe how pieces of land, buildings, or other physical structures meet at their boundaries.

Root: abuttare, but (from, away, off)

A playing card marked with a single pip, typically ranking highest or lowest in card games; a person who excels at a particular activity; something of the highest quality or first-rate performance.

Root: as, assis (unity, copper coin) (to, toward, near)

Having a sour, sharp, or biting taste; relating to or containing an acid; characterized by harshness or bitterness in manner or speech. In chemistry, describes substances with pH below 7 that can donate hydrogen ions.

Root: acidus (sour, acid) (acidic, sour)

The highest point or peak of something; the stage of greatest perfection, development, or achievement in any process, field, or period. Often refers to the culminating moment when something reaches its maximum potential or excellence.

Root: ἀκμή (akmḗ, meaning 'point, high point') (to, toward, near)

To perform a deed or take action; to behave in a specified way; to perform in a play or movie. As a noun, it signifies a deed, a law passed by a legislature, a section of a theatrical performance, or various initialisms like ACT (American College Test).

Root: agere (to do, to drive) (to do, drive, perform)

To join or unite one thing to another so as to increase the number, augment the quantity, or enlarge the magnitude. In mathematics, to combine numbers or quantities to find their sum.

Root: addō (add, give unto) (to, toward)

The length of time that a person, animal, or thing has existed, typically measured in years from birth or creation to the present. It also refers to a particular period in life or history characterized by distinctive features.

Root: *h₂eyu- ("vital force") (do, drive)

Having lived for a long time; old. Also, having been kept for a period of time, often to improve flavor or quality, as in aged cheese or aged whiskey.

Root: aevaticum (Latin: age) (do, drive)

In a state of eager excitement, intense anticipation, or keen interest about something; wide-eyed with curiosity or expectation. Describes someone who is highly alert and emotionally stirred by anticipation of news, events, or developments.

Root: agogge, from Old French en + gogues (in a merry mood) (do, go, move)

Help, assistance, or support given to someone in need; something that provides relief or makes a task easier. Can refer to both the act of helping and the resources or tools used to provide assistance.

Root: adiūtō, adiūtāre (to assist, help)

An assistant or helper, especially an officer who acts as assistant to a more senior official. Commonly refers to a personal assistant to a high-ranking government official, military officer, or executive who provides support and handles administrative duties.

Root: aide (aid; assistant) (down, away from, removing)

To point or direct a weapon, object, or effort toward a specific target or goal; to have as one's intention or purpose. Can refer to both physical direction and abstract goals or objectives.

Root: aestimare (to estimate) (not, without)

The invisible gaseous mixture surrounding Earth, composed primarily of nitrogen and oxygen, essential for breathing and life. Also refers to the atmosphere or ambiance of a place, or one of the classical four elements.

Root: ἀήρ (aḗr) (not)

To unite or form a connection between people, groups, or nations, typically for mutual benefit or against a common opponent. Often involves a strategic or formal partnership.

Root: alligāre (to bind around, to, or up) (other)

In addition to what has been stated; besides; as well. Used to introduce similar or supplementary information, or to indicate that something applies in the same way as something previously mentioned.

Root: eallswā (just like, also) (movement to or toward; in addition to)

The highest or topmost point of something; the peak, summit, or culminating point of achievement, development, or intensity. Often refers to the pointed tip of a geometric figure or the climactic moment of a process.

Root: apex (point, tip, summit) (away from, separate, at the farthest point)

Having a natural tendency or inclination; well-suited or appropriate for a particular purpose; quick to learn or understand. Describes someone with natural ability or something perfectly fitting for its intended use.

Root: aptus (suitable, fitting) (away from, separate, at the farthest point)

A continuous part of the circumference of a circle or other curved line; also, the path traced by a moving object through space, or the apparent path of a celestial body across the sky.

Root: arcus (movement to or toward; in addition to)

A curved structural element, typically semicircular, that spans an opening and supports weight above it by transferring downward force outward to supports on either side. Also refers to any curved shape resembling this architectural form.

Root: arcus (a bow, arc, arch) (ruler)

Having little or no rain; extremely dry and lacking moisture

Root: ARID- (be dry)

The buttocks or anus; also used as a vulgar term for a foolish, arrogant, or despicable person. Primarily British slang, often considered highly offensive in formal contexts.

Root: ærs, ears (buttocks) (movement to or toward; in addition to)

Used to indicate degree, extent, or manner of comparison; introduces clauses of time, reason, or manner. Functions as a conjunction meaning 'while', 'when', or 'because,' or as an adverb meaning 'to the same degree'.

Root: eallswā (movement to or toward; in addition to)

A domesticated hoofed mammal (Equus asinus) related to the horse, used as a beast of burden. Also, an informal and often offensive term for a foolish or stubborn person; in printing, historically referred to a compositor.

Root: assa (Old English) (movement to or toward; in addition to)

A distinctive atmosphere, quality, or energy that surrounds a person, place, or thing; a subtle emanation or exhalation of any substance; a supposed emanation from and surrounding a living person or thing, regarded by mystics as consisting of the essence of the individual.

Root: aura (relating to gold, or gold colored)

A shortened form of 'automatic' or 'automobile.' As a clipping of 'automobile,' it refers to cars in general. As a shortened form of 'automatic,' it refers to automatic transmissions or settings that operate without manual control or intervention.

Root: αὐτός (autós, "self") (self; directed from within)

To assert or affirm the truth of something with confidence and authority; to declare something positively and confidently. Often used in formal or legal contexts to affirm the truth or validity of a statement or claim.

Root: vērus (true) (true)

Of poor or low quality; not meeting standards or expectations; inadequate, defective, or undesirable. Can describe physical objects, situations, behavior, or performance that fails to satisfy requirements or causes harm.

Root: badde (wicked, evil) (to, toward)

A flexible container typically made of cloth, paper, plastic, or leather, used for carrying or storing items. Can range from simple pouches to structured handbags, backpacks, or shopping bags with various closures and handles.

Root: baggi (bag, pack, satchel, bundle) (do, go, move)

To prohibit, forbid, or officially exclude someone or something from a place, activity, or organization. Historically, it also encompassed meanings of summoning, proclaiming, or cursing.

Root: *bannaną (to proclaim, to order; to summon; to ban; to curse, forbid) (not, without)

A solid, rigid object of metal or wood with a uniform cross-section smaller than its length, typically used for structural support, barriers, or as raw material in manufacturing and construction applications.

Root: *barra (beam, barrier) (pressure, weight)

A body of water partially enclosed by land, typically smaller than a gulf but larger than a cove. Also refers to the laurel tree (Laurus nobilis) whose aromatic leaves are used in cooking, or a reddish-brown color resembling a bay horse.

Root: baie (from Late Latin baia)

Informal term for a person who is attracted to more than one gender; shortened form of bisexual and may also refer to someone who identifies as bigender or biceps. Used as both noun and adjective.

Root: bisexual, biceps (clipped form) (two, twice)

To make an offer of payment for something, especially at an auction; to issue a command or invitation; an attempt to achieve or obtain something, often in a competitive context. 'BID' can also refer to twice-daily dosing in medical contexts.

Root: bis in diē (twice in a day, for medical usage); biddan (Old English, for command and request) (two, twice)

Of great size, extent, or intensity; large in dimensions, amount, or degree. Can refer to physical dimensions, importance, or magnitude. Also used informally to mean significant or impressive in scale or impact.

Root: bigge (powerful, strong) (two, twice)

1. A small piece, fragment, or quantity. 2. A tool with a cutting edge, especially a drill bit or auger bit. 3. A metal mouthpiece used to control a horse, connected to the reins. 4. A small unit of currency or a coin, especially one of low value.

Root: bita (fragment, morsel) and bite (a bite, cut) (two, twice)

An exclamation used to startle or frighten someone, typically shouted when appearing suddenly, or by audiences to express disapproval or derision at performances or events.

Root: boh

A weapon made of a curved piece of wood or other flexible material with a string connecting the ends, used for shooting arrows; a rod with horsehair (or an artificial substitute) stretched between the ends, used for playing various stringed musical instruments; any curved bend or arch shape.

Root: boga

A cuboid container, typically with four sides and a bottom, often with a lid (hinged or separate), used for storage, shipping, or organizing items. Can refer to the container and its contents together.

Root: Ancient Greek πῠξίς (puxís), Proto-West Germanic *buhsā

1. An insect, especially one of the order Hemiptera (true bugs). 2. Any of various species of marine or freshwater crustaceans. 3. Any insect, arachnid, or other terrestrial arthropod regarded as a pest. 4. In computing, an error or defect in software or hardware causing malfunction or unexpected behavior.

Root: bugge (scarecrow, hobgoblin) (cow, ox)

The buttocks; the part of the body on which one sits. Primarily used in British English.

Root: bom (buttocks) (cow, ox)

To obtain something in exchange for money or other goods; to purchase. Can also mean to obtain something through sacrifice or to suffer consequences for one's actions by paying a price.

Root: bycġan (to buy, pay for, acquire) (cow, ox)

Near or next to something in position; moving past or alongside something; not later than a specified time; indicating the means, method, or agent through which something is accomplished.

Root: bī

The third letter of the English alphabet, written in the Latin script and called 'cee.' Used to represent various sounds in English, most commonly the /k/ sound as in 'cat' or the /s/ sound as in 'city.'

Root: Latin letter c (replacing Anglo-Saxon ᚳ)

A close-fitting head covering, either brimless or with a peak, worn for protection, warmth, or to indicate rank, occupation, or academic achievement. It can also refer to a protective lid or cover fitting over the top of something.

Root: caput (hold, take)

A wheeled motor vehicle designed primarily for passenger transportation, typically having four wheels and powered by an internal combustion engine or electric motor. Generally smaller than trucks or buses and operated by a driver for personal or family use.

Root: *ḱr̥sós (movement to or toward; in addition to)

A small domesticated carnivorous mammal (Felis catus) with soft fur, retractable claws, and typically kept as a pet or for catching mice. Also refers to any member of the cat family (Felidae), including lions, tigers, and other wild felines.

Root: *kattuz/cattus/catta (down, against, back)

A transparent sheet of celluloid or acetate on which a single frame of an animated film is drawn or painted, used in traditional hand-drawn animation production. Multiple cels are layered and photographed to create animated sequences.

Root: celluloid (early plastic material) (hide)

A large marine fish, primarily *Gadus morhua* (Atlantic cod), found in the North Atlantic and commercially important as a food source. Also refers to related fish within the family Gadidae that are marketed as cod.

Root: Middle English *cod/codde* (bag, pouch); Latin *gadus* (fish) from Ancient Greek *γάδος* (gádos) (fish) (with, together)

The total amount resulting from the addition of two or more quantities; a numerical result of arithmetic computation. In mathematics, the aggregate obtained by combining numbers or values through addition.

Root: summa (highest point) (highest)