Wordiyospons
LatinVariants
sponsspond
Related Roots
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About This Root
From Latin spondēre (to pledge), through its noun form sponsor (one who pledges). Shares its origin with spond- but emphasizes the agent who makes the pledge. Produces sponsor (one who vouches), response (an answer given in return), and responsible (liable to answer for).
Associated Words
response
a reply or reaction to something
NGSL 1kIELTSGRE
responsible
Having a duty to take care of something; accountable for one's actions
NGSL 2kTOEFLB1
responsive
Reacting quickly and positively to requests or stimuli
IELTSTOEFLGRE
sponsor
To financially support an event or person; a person or company that provides such support
NGSL 3kIELTSTOEFL
sponsorship
Financial or official support given by a sponsor
C1
stimulus-response
Relating to stimulus and reaction