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Posted: Sun Jun 24, 2007 10:57 am
Rectify (V): set right; correct
This word comes from the Latin root “rectus”, which means “right”, so to rectify something is to set it right. On further analysis of this root I came to know that this root actually comes from the verb root “regere”, which means “to lead straight”, “to direct”.
Contextual example:
I will accept your thesis only after you rectify those minor mistakes that I have pointed out. (Profs are always finicky)
Rectitude (N): uprightness; moral virtue; goodness; deceny; morality; probity; righteousness.
This word can be broken down as “rectus” + “tudin”, which means “condition, state or quality”, so something that has the quality of being right, correct can be said to have rectitude.
Contextual example:
One of the most cardinal qualities that politicians of today lack is rectitude.
Some anchor words for this root:
Correct
Erect
Direct
Rectilinear
Rectangle
Now let us analyze the words coming from the root “regere” in its original form.
Regal (Adj): majestic
From the root “regere” which means to “to lead straight”, “to direct “ comes the Latin root “reg” which means “king”, a person who is able to lead people straight is a “reg” i.e. a king, and king like behavior is regal behavior.
Contextual example:
Even though he was one of the king’s descendants his behavior was not regal.
Regale (V): entertain, amuse.
Now as we all know having the ability to direct people, it is but obvious that the person having the same would be having lot of fun with this power, wealth so the verb regale can be explained in such a way (although it seems a bit vague).
Contextual example:
In order to regale his friends the king organized fight competitions in which gladiators fought with other gladiators or wild animals generally to death.
Regicide (N): murder of a king or a queen.
We have seen that the Latin root “reg” means “king”, also you may be familiar to the root “cidere” which means “to cut or kill” (as in suicide, germicide, pesticide, genocide etc)
Contextual example:
After the treason the loyal minister was charged falsely for regicide and beheaded.
Regime (N): method or system of government.
Contextual example:
Under this dictator’s strict regime this country will never progress, said an annoyed democrat.
Regimen (N): prescribed diet and habits.
Contextual example:
Only under the strict regimen prescribed by doctor you have a chance to live till old age.
Some anchor words for this root:
Regiment
Region
Was that helpful? Let me know. As always discussion, cognates, feedback is welcome.
Regards,
V
This word comes from the Latin root “rectus”, which means “right”, so to rectify something is to set it right. On further analysis of this root I came to know that this root actually comes from the verb root “regere”, which means “to lead straight”, “to direct”.
Contextual example:
I will accept your thesis only after you rectify those minor mistakes that I have pointed out. (Profs are always finicky)
Rectitude (N): uprightness; moral virtue; goodness; deceny; morality; probity; righteousness.
This word can be broken down as “rectus” + “tudin”, which means “condition, state or quality”, so something that has the quality of being right, correct can be said to have rectitude.
Contextual example:
One of the most cardinal qualities that politicians of today lack is rectitude.
Some anchor words for this root:
Correct
Erect
Direct
Rectilinear
Rectangle
Now let us analyze the words coming from the root “regere” in its original form.
Regal (Adj): majestic
From the root “regere” which means to “to lead straight”, “to direct “ comes the Latin root “reg” which means “king”, a person who is able to lead people straight is a “reg” i.e. a king, and king like behavior is regal behavior.
Contextual example:
Even though he was one of the king’s descendants his behavior was not regal.
Regale (V): entertain, amuse.
Now as we all know having the ability to direct people, it is but obvious that the person having the same would be having lot of fun with this power, wealth so the verb regale can be explained in such a way (although it seems a bit vague).
Contextual example:
In order to regale his friends the king organized fight competitions in which gladiators fought with other gladiators or wild animals generally to death.
Regicide (N): murder of a king or a queen.
We have seen that the Latin root “reg” means “king”, also you may be familiar to the root “cidere” which means “to cut or kill” (as in suicide, germicide, pesticide, genocide etc)
Contextual example:
After the treason the loyal minister was charged falsely for regicide and beheaded.
Regime (N): method or system of government.
Contextual example:
Under this dictator’s strict regime this country will never progress, said an annoyed democrat.
Regimen (N): prescribed diet and habits.
Contextual example:
Only under the strict regimen prescribed by doctor you have a chance to live till old age.
Some anchor words for this root:
Regiment
Region
Was that helpful? Let me know. As always discussion, cognates, feedback is welcome.
Regards,
V