1. flect/flex (Latin root) to bend
Vocabulary List #28
flect/flex
(Latin root)
to bend

2. 1. deflect
Example: The stealth technology used on some of our bombers and fighter planes works by deflecting radar technology. Part of speech: verb Definition: to turn aside, especially from a straight or fixed course

3. 2. flexible
Example: Her work schedule was flexible, which was helpful when enrolling for college classes. Part of speech: adjective Definition: easily bent; adaptable

4. 3. genuflect
Example: Pilgrims in China not only genuflect before religious shrines but also may lay themselves flat on the ground and light incense as well.
Part of speech:
verb
Definition:
To kneel on one knee and then rise as an act of respect

5. 4. inflection
Example: She couldn’t understand her grandfather’s words, but she knew from his inflection that he was asking a question. Part of speech noun Definition: a change in the pitch, tone, or loudness of the voice

6. 5. reflect
Example: The CST reflects well on your abilities. Part of speech: verb Definition: to give back or show an image of; to reproduce; show

7. Academic Vocabulary #28

8. 1. infer
Example: I inferred from his behavior that he was no longer interested in setting a good example. Part of speech verb Definition: To come to a conclusion or form an opinion about something based on evidence or reasoning

9. 2. formulate Example 1: He formulated his plan carefully.
Example 2: In math class, we formulate our answers using the quadratic formula.
Part of speech
verb
Definition 1: to draw something up or create something carefully and in detail
Definition 2: to express something using a formula or as a formula (math and science)