Etymological root
directus
Latin
Words from this root(7)
adroit
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/əˈdrɔɪt/
clever and skillful, especially in handling situations
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redress
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/rɪˈdrɛs/
remedy or compensation for a wrong or grievance
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directive
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/dɪˈrɛktɪv/
an official instruction or order issued by an authority
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addresser
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/əˈdrɛsər/
a person who addresses or sends something to another
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dresser
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/ˈdrɛsər/
a chest of drawers or a kitchen sideboard for dishes
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maladroit
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/ˌmæləˈdrɔɪt/
clumsy or inept; lacking skill or tact
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underdressed
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/ˌʌndɚˈdrɛst/
dressed too casually or lightly for an occasion
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