Wordiyolif
LatinVariants
liflife
Related Roots
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About This Root
From Latin -lifer, combining form of ferre (to bear) with various prefixes, and Old English līf (life). In English the word family includes life itself and its compounds (lifestyle, lifetime, wildlife, lifesaver). The Latin-derived proliferate (bear offspring abundantly) connects through the 'life-bearing' sense.
Associated Words
life
the state of being alive; one's existence and experiences
NGSL 1kA1
lifesaver
A person or thing that saves lives or provides crucial help
TOEFLC2
lifestyle
The way a person lives, reflecting their values and habits
IELTSA2
lifetime
The entire duration of a person's life; a very long time
B2
proliferation
A rapid increase in number or spread
TOEFLB2
proliferative
Relating to rapid growth or cell multiplication
C2
wildlife
Wild animals and other organisms living in their natural environment
IELTSTOEFLB1