Word Root: dict
speak
Sample words for the root dict: dictionary, contradict, dictator, prediction, verdict, edict, contradiction, diction, jurisdiction, contradictory, dictum, predict, dictate, predictability, unpredictable, predictable, addict, addictive, indict, malediction, valedictory, addiction, vindictive, benediction, dictatorial. Each word has meanings and examples. Click their buttons to get sentences selected from classic works and modern media.Note Topics:MorphologyThe NounThe ArticleThe Pronoun
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1 addict 
v. cause someone to become dependent; indulge in; be devoted to
Example Sentences Search Google Search M.Webster 2 addiction
n. the compulsive physiological and psychological need for a substance; being abnormally dependent on something
Example Sentences Search Google Search M.Webster 3 addictive
a. something you cannot stop taking once you have started
Example Sentences Search Google Search M.Webster 4 benediction
n. blessing; invocation of divine blessing; expression of good wishes
Example Sentences Search Google Search M.Webster 5 contradict
v. deny the truth of a statement, especially by asserting the opposite; confront
Example Sentences Search Google Search M.Webster 6 contradiction
n. assertion of contrary; denial of the truth of a statement or assertion; opposition, whether by argument or conduct
Example Sentences Search Google Search M.Webster 7 contradictory
a. nature of, or being a contradiction; mutually exclusive; opposing
Example Sentences Search Google Search M.Webster 9 dictator
n. a leader who has complete power in a country and has not been elected by the people
Example Sentences Search Google Search M.Webster 10 dictatorial
a. pertaining or suited to a dictator; absolute
Example Sentences Search Google Search M.Webster 11 diction
n. choice and use of words in speech or writing
Example Sentences Search Google Search M.Webster 12 dictionary
n. a reference book containing an alphabetical list of words with information
Example Sentences Search Google Search M.Webster 13 dictum
n. a formal pronouncement from an authoritative source
Example Sentences Search Google Search M.Webster 14 edict
n. decree ,especially issued by a sovereign; official command
Example Sentences Search Google Search M.Webster 16 jurisdiction
n. authority; right and power to interpret and apply the law
Example Sentences Search Google Search M.Webster 17 malediction
n. curse; evil-speaking; the utterance of curse or execration
Example Sentences Search Google Search M.Webster 18 predict
v. state, tell about, or make known in advance, especially based on special knowledge
Example Sentences Search Google Search M.Webster 19 predictability
n. likelihood; quality of being predictable
Example Sentences Search Google Search M.Webster 20 predictable
a. expectable; likely; capable of being predicted or foretold
Example Sentences Search Google Search M.Webster 21 prediction
n. something foretold or predicted; prophecy
Example Sentences Search Google Search M.Webster 22 unpredictable
a. random; difficult to foretell or foresee
Example Sentences Search Google Search M.Webster 23 valedictory
a. of a speech given in farewell, especially one delivered by an outstanding member of graduating class
Example Sentences Search Google Search M.Webster 24 verdict
n. an opinion or decision made after judging the facts, especially one made at the end of a trial
Example Sentences Search Google Search M.Webster 25 vindictive
a. seek revenge or intended for revenge; showing malicious will
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