The Root sentire: to feel
Latin root
The root sentire means to feel, 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 5 GRE words built from this one root. Learn the root, and you unlock the whole family.
Words from the root sentire
To express approval or agreement
“All members assented to the proposed changes.”
General agreement among a group
“The committee reached a consensus on the new policy.”
To hold or express opinions that are at variance with those commonly held
“Several judges dissented from the majority opinion.”
unaware, unconscious, or incapable of feeling
“Engrossed in his work, he was insensible to the storm raging outside.”
Bitter indignation at having been treated unfairly
“Years of unfair treatment bred resentment among the workers.”
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