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erg

Greek

Variants

ergergo

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About This Root

From Greek ergon (work, action). Shapes scientific and everyday vocabulary: energy (work within), energize, energetic. In specialized fields: metallurgy (metal-working), synergy (working together), and allergy (literally "other-work" — an abnormal reaction). The physics unit erg is named directly from this root.

Associated Words

allergy

An abnormal immune reaction to a substance; a strong dislike

IELTSGREC1

energetic

Full of energy and vigour; lively and active

IELTSTOEFLA2

energies

Physical or mental strength and vitality; power sources

IELTSB2

energize

To make lively and full of energy; to supply with power

TOEFLC2

energy

the power to do work; physical strength; power sources like electricity

NGSL 1kIELTSB2

metallurgy

The science of extracting and working with metals

GREC1

synergic

Relating to synergy; working together for a greater combined effect

GREC2