Vocabulary from Classical Roots D Lesson 8

Clamor

A loud outcry, especially in protest

Lingua Franca

A language used by people who do not speak a common tongue; usually combines aspects of different languages; also called Pidgin

Colloquium

A meeting for discussion, especially in academic setting.

Linguist

A person who speaks several languages; a polygot. 2. A person who studies linguistics, the structure of human speech.

Locution

A word of expression; phraseology

Acclamation

Applause; enthusiastic approval

Proverbial

Of or like a wise or witty folksaying. 2. Well-known; notorious; frequently spoken of.

Forensic

Referring to legal proceedings or formal debate or rhetoric

Forum

The central square or marketplace of a Roman city. 2. A public meeting or any situation for open discussion.

Circumlocution

The use of many words when few would do. 2. Evasive talk; roundabout expression

Loquacious

Very talkative

Declaim

To speak loudly or passionately

Lingo

Unfamiliar language; a dialect or special jargon

Verbatim

Word for word; in exactly the same words.

Verbose

Wordy; using excessive words.