Daily Editorial

About: The root word “Rupt” is a Latin root derived from the word “Rumpere” which means “Break/Burst out”. Various prefixes and suffixes are added to alter the meanings of derived words. The root sense of derived words is easily observable.

Words:

Abrupt (adjective) - Sudden and unexpected.

Corrupt (verb) - Cause to act dishonestly in return for money or personal gain.

Corruptible (adjective) - Capable of being corrupted.

Disrupt (verb) - Interrupt (an event, activity, or process) by causing a disturbance or problem.

Disruption (noun) - Disturbance or problems which interrupt an event, activity, or process.

Erupt (verb) - Break out suddenly and dramatically.

Eruption (noun) - A sudden outbreak of something, typically something unwelcome or noisy.

Interrupt (verb) - Stop the continuous progress of (an activity or process).

Rupture (noun) - An instance of breaking or bursting suddenly and completely.