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Guessing Word Meanings
- Guess word meanings from context or linguistic roots.
- Many academic English words come from Greek or Latin.
Word Construction
- Analyze prefixes and suffixes to understand word construction.
- Prefixes like 'de-' signify removal, while suffixes like '-ise' or '-ite' have specific functions.
Preparing for Lectures
- Prepare for lectures by exploring subject-specific texts and identifying recurring specialist words.
- Utilize English-English and English-subject dictionaries.