Match the Suffixes with Their Meanings

question 77

Multiple Choice

Match the suffixes with their meanings.
-pertaining to

• A)-cele
• B)-centesis
• C)-clasis
• D)-desis
• E)-dynia
• F)-ectasis
• G)-ectomy
• H)-edema
• I)-emesis
• J)-emia
• K)-iatry
• L)-ic
• M)-ist
• N)-itis
• O)-lith
• P)-logy
• Q)-malacia
• R)-megaly
• S)-oma
• T)-pathy
• U)-pexy
• V)-plegia
• W)-rrhaphy
• X)-rrhexis
• Y)-toxic

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Definitions:

Authoritarian

Relating to a government or leadership style characterized by absolute or blind submission to authority, often at the expense of personal freedom.

Permissive

In the context of parenting, it refers to a style characterized by low demands with high responsiveness.

Authoritative Parenting

A parenting style characterized by high responsiveness and high demands, balancing clear rules and expectations with emotional support and communication.

Social Competence

The capacity to effectively interact and engage with others in a socially acceptable manner.