>> ZG·Lingua >  >> Theoretical Linguistics >> Morphology

What are some words with the greek root dem?

The Greek root "dem" means "people" or "common." Here are some words that use it:

Common Words:

* Democracy: Rule by the people.

* Demographic: Relating to the structure of a population.

* Epidemic: A disease that spreads rapidly among a large number of people.

* Pandemic: A disease that spreads worldwide.

* Endemic: Native or restricted to a particular area.

* Demagogue: A political leader who appeals to popular prejudices and emotions rather than reason.

Less Common Words:

* Demography: The study of population statistics.

* Demotic: The popular or common form of a language.

* Demonym: A name for the people of a particular place. (e.g., "Athenian" is the demonym for someone from Athens).

* Dēmos: The common people in ancient Greece.

* Demigod: A being that is partly divine and partly human.

Other Words with "dem":

* Demonstrate: To show clearly by example or proof.

* Demolish: To destroy completely.

* Demure: Modest and reserved in manner.

It's important to note that "dem" can also be part of a compound word, like "demodulation" or "demilitarization," where its meaning is combined with the other part of the word.

Copyright © www.zgghmh.com ZG·Lingua All rights reserved.