What does the root words pos and pon mean?

The root words pos and pon both come from the Latin word ponere, meaning to put, place, or set. They often appear in English words related to placing, setting, or position.

Here are some examples:

Pos:

* Position: The act of placing or the place something is located.

* Compose: To put together, create, or arrange.

* Depose: To remove from a position of power.

* Impose: To force something on someone.

* Exposé: A public revelation, often of something scandalous.

Pon:

* Opponent: Someone who is against something or someone else.

* Exponent: Someone who represents or promotes a particular idea.

* Component: A part or element of something.

* Interpone: To place between two things.

* Proponent: Someone who advocates for something.

Note: While both "pos" and "pon" come from the same Latin root, they are not interchangeable. They have slightly different meanings and are used in different contexts.