Latin · root
parare
make ready
Words sharing this root
apparatusAn organized set of components serving a particular function.disparateSo different in kind that comparison is difficult.empireA collection of territories under one ruling power.imperativeSomething necessary or urgently required.irreparableImpossible to repair or put right.pareTo remove an outer layer or excess by cutting.pauperA person with very little or no money.preparationThe act of making ready for an intended purpose.preparationA substance made for a specific use.preparatoryServing to prepare someone or something for a later activity or stage.prepareTo make someone or something ready.repairThe act or result of fixing something damaged, broken, or faulty.reparationThe making good of harm or damage.separableAble to be divided or treated as independent parts.separateBeing or making things apart from one another.separationThe condition or act of becoming apart.severTo cut completely through a connection.vituperationHarsh, abusive criticism or verbal attack.