Vocabulary Set 5 English 3

Tempor means “Time” from Latin speech. ROOT: Tempor Tempor means “Time” from Latin speech.

Contemporary Definition: (1) Occurring or existing during the same period of time. (2) Having to do with the present period; modern or current. Sentence: The young millionaire enjoyed hanging contemporary art around his home.

Extemporaneous Definition: (1) Composed, performed, spoken, or done on the spur of the moment; impromptu or improvised. (2) Carefully prepared but delivered without notes. Sentence: The teacher was known for giving extemporaneous speeches.

Temporal Definition: (1) Having to do with time as opposed to eternity; having to do with earthly time opposed to heavenly existence. (2) Having to do with time as distinguished from space. Sentence: As we begin to grow older we realize that our existence is temporal.

Temporize Definition: (1) To act in a way that fits the time or occasion; to give way to current opinion. (2) To draw out discussions to gain time. Sentence: The government is known for temporizing when important subjects come into discussion in the Senate.

Chron means “time” from Greek speech. ROOT: Chron Chron means “time” from Greek speech.

Anachronism Definition: (1) The error of placing a person or thing in the wrong time period. (2) A person or thing that is out of its own time. Sentence: The Amish people are considered to be an anachronism in our time.

Chronic Definition: (1) Lasting a long time or recurring frequently. (2) Always present; constantly annoying or troubling; habitual. Sentence: The old man constantly complained about his chronic back pain.

Chronology Definition: (1) A sequence of events in the order they occurred. (2) A table, list, or account that presents events in order. Sentence: Many people keep journals to have an accurate chronology of events in their life.

Synchronous Definition: Happening or existing at exactly the same time; simultaneous. (2) Recurring or acting at exactly the same intervals. Sentence: The girls feet hit the ground at a synchronous moment of the jump-rope flying over her head.

Means “breath” from Latin speech. ROOT: Anim Means “breath” from Latin speech.

Animated Definition: (1) Full of life; lively, vigorous, active. (2) Seeming or appearing to be alive. Sentence: The children became animated when they heard the song of the ice cream truck.

Magnanimous Definition: (1) Showing a lofty and courageous spirit. (2) Generous and forgiving. Sentence: The hero was always magnanimous in his victories, saying he was lucky to defeat such a powerful foe.

Animosity Definition: Ill will or resentment Sentence: There is always an immense animosity between rival schools.

Inanimate Definition: (1) Not alive; lifeless. (2) Not lively; dull. Sentence: The child considered his “My Buddy” doll his best friend even though it were inanimate.