The Root par: equal
Latin root
The root par means equal, and it comes from Latin. It shows up across the GRE, hidden inside words that look unrelated at first glance. Once you recognize it, you can decode the meaning of an unfamiliar word on sight instead of guessing. Below are 4 GRE words built from this one root. Learn the root, and you unlock the whole family.
Words from the root par
To regard or represent as being of little worth; to belittle
“Rivals sought to disparage his achievements at every opportunity.”
A great difference or inequality
“There is a growing disparity between rich and poor.”
More important than anything else; supreme
“Safety is of paramount importance in construction.”
The state or condition of being equal, especially in status or pay
“Women are fighting for parity in the workplace.”
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