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What words have the root dic?

The root "dic" can refer to two separate Latin roots:

1. "Dic-" meaning "say" or "speak"

* Dictate: to speak or read aloud, especially for someone to write down

* Diction: the style of speaking or writing, the choice of words

* Dictionary: a book containing a list of words, their meanings, and often their pronunciations

* Dictum: a formal statement, especially one made by a judge

* Benediction: a blessing, a prayer of praise or thanks

* Contradiction: a statement that is opposite to another statement

* Edict: a formal proclamation or order, especially one issued by a sovereign

* Indict: to formally accuse someone of a crime

* Verdict: a decision made by a jury in a court of law

* Predict: to say what will happen in the future

* Contradictory: inconsistent, opposing

2. "Dic-" meaning "to teach" or "to learn"

* Didactic: intended to teach, especially in a moralizing way

* Disciple: a follower or student of a teacher or philosopher

* Discipline: training that corrects, molds, or perfects

* Doctrinal: relating to or based on a set of beliefs or principles

Keep in mind that the meaning of the root "dic" can vary depending on the word and its context.

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