The ROUTE System
Rooting Out Unfamiliar Terms Effectively
abstinence
Root
Root Meaning
Word Meaning
abs
away from
The practice of
not doing or
having something
that is wanted or
enjoyable
Contextual Sentence
Connect the root
meaning with the
word meaning
Some people will
from practicing
a habit
, but is not
always good for you.
Another Word
With the
Same Root
abstain
I started drinking again after six
years of abstinence.
Meaning of
Other Word
not being
present in a
place, at an
occasion, or as
part of
something
censure
Root
sur
Root Meaning
Word Meaning
Below or
under
Contextual Sentence
The tardy teacher is going to be
given a censure by the school
principal.
Expressing
severe
disapproval
Connect the root
meaning with the
word meaning
Another Word
With the
Same Root
A teacher is
of
the principal and
would be
for
his/her tardiness.
surrender
Meaning of
Other Word
To give oneself
up; to yield or
resign