접두사 ambi-, amb-, amphi-
1. both 둘다, 양-
2. around 여기저기로
ambidextrous ambi-(both) + dextr(right-handed) + -ous(full)
1. 양손을 모두 잘 사용하는(양손잡이의), 능수능란한, 다재다능한
2. 표리부동한
‘흔히 사용하는 오른손 만큼이나(right-handed) 왼쪽 손도 잘 사용해서 두 손(both) 모두 잘 사용하는’ 즉 양손을 모두 잘 사용하는 이란 뜻으로 양손을 모두 잘 사용하는 사람은 업무에 ‘능수능란한, 다재다능한’이란 의미가 된다.
<예문>
As a professional basketball player, he was ambidextrous and could shoot equally well with his left or right hand.
She was a skilled musician who could play the piano and the guitar with equal ease, thanks to her ambidextrous abilities.
<반의어>
clumsy clums(딱딱한 둔한) + -y(형용사접미사)
서투른
일을 하는데에 동작이 딱딱하고 둔한(clums) 사람의(-y)
Her clumsy attempts at cooking resulted in burned food and a messy kitchen.
<‘다재다능한 능수능란한’의 동의어>
versatile 다재다능한(다용도의, 다목적의) (vers=turn 관심을 여러 군데로 돌리다)
resourceful 재치(지략)이 있는 (resouce 가진 정보자원을 잘 이용해서)
many-sided 다방면의, 다각적인 (sided = 면을 가진)
skillful (기술이) 숙련된, 능숙한 (skill = 기술)
ambiguous ambi-(both) + (i)g<go> + -u + -ous(full)
애매모호한
양쪽(both) 중에서 어느 쪽으로 가야할지(ig) 정하지 못한 마음으로 가득찬(-ous)
<예문>
The instructions on the package were ambiguous, leaving me unsure of how to assemble the product.
His answer was ambiguous, and it was difficult to tell whether he agreed or disagreed with the proposal.
<동의어>
equivocal 애매한, 불분명한(똑같은 목소리로 말하니까)
multivocal 뜻이 다양한, 애매한 (multi- = many)
vague 희미한, 애매모호한
obscure 무명의, 이해하기 힘든
uncertain 확실하지 않은
doubtful 의심이 가는
<파생어>
ambiguously : 애매모호하게
ambiguity : 애매모호함
unambiguous : 애매모호하지 않은, 분명한
ambivalence : ambi(both) + val(strength 힘) + -ence(명사접미사)
서로 반대되는 감정의 병존
좋은 힘(감정)과 안 좋은 힘(감정) 둘다(ambi-) 있는 상태(-ence)
<예문>
She felt a sense of ambivalence about the job offer because it was a great opportunity, but it would require her to move away from her family.
The politician's stance on the issue was marked by ambivalence, as she expressed support for both sides of the argument.
<파생어>
ambivalent : ambi-(both) + val(힘 감정) + -ent(형용사접미사)
서로 반대되는 양(ambi-) 감정(val)이 병존하는(-ent)
<예문>
She felt ambivalent about attending the party since she wanted to see her friends, but also didn't feel like going out.
ambivert : ambi-(both) + vert(turn)
양향성인 사람
내성적 성격과 외향적인 성격 둘다(ambi-)로 성격을 돌릴 수(vert) 있는 사람
<예문>
As an ambivert, she enjoyed spending time with friends and family, but also valued her alone time to recharge.
He didn't fit neatly into the categories of introvert or extrovert, instead, he identified as an ambivert, enjoying social situations in moderation.
<파생어>
ambiversion 양향성격, 양향성
introvert 내성적인 사람
extrovert 외향적인 사람
<‘외향적인’의 동의어>
extrovert 외향적인 사람
extroverted 외향적인
outgoing 외향적인, 사교적인 (outgo = 밖으로 나가는 것을 좋아하는)
gregarious 남과 어울리기 좋아하는, 사교적인, 군집생활을 하는 (greg = group)
ambition : amb(i)<around 여기저기로> + it(go) + -ion(명사접미사)
야망
성공을 찾기 위해 여기저기로(ambi-) 떠돌아 다니는(it) 것(-ion)
<예문>
Her ambition to become a doctor was evident from a young age, as she excelled in her science classes and volunteered at the local hospital.
His ambition was to start his own business, so he worked tirelessly to save money and develop a business plan.
<파생어>
ambitious ambiti(on)<야망> + -ous(full)
야망에 찬
야망(ambition)으로 가득찬(-ous)
<예문>
She had an ambitious goal of climbing Mount Everest, so she trained for months and saved up money for the expedition.
<‘야망’의 동의어>
ambition 야망
aspiration 열망, 포부(크고 위대한 것을 이루려고 하는)
hankering 갈망 (목적 목표없이 무언 가를 원하는 것)
lust 욕망 (신체적, 성적)
ambience : ambi(around) + -ence(명사접미사)
환경, 주위, 분위기
우리 주변(ambi-)을 둘러 싸고 있는 것(-ence)
<예문>
The cozy ambience of the restaurant was perfect for a romantic dinner.
The hotel was known for its tranquil ambience, with soft lighting and soothing music playing in the lobby.
<파생어>
ambient : 주변의, 주의의, (음악 조명 등이) 잔잔한, 은은한
The ambient temperature of the room was set to a comfortable 70 degrees Fahrenheit.
The music playing in the background provided a relaxing ambient sound while I worked.
Amphibia : amphi-(both) + bia(life)
양서류 (동물 분류를 위해 사용하는 과학적 용어)
물과 육지 둘다(amphi-)에 사는 생명체(bian)
The study of amphibia is important for understanding the ecology and evolution of these diverse and fascinating creatures.
amphibian amphi-(both) + bian(bios life)
양서류 동물(일반적으로 사용하는 양서류 동물), 수륙양용비행기
물과 육지 둘다(amphi-)에 사는 생명체(bian)
Amphibians have a unique life cycle that involves undergoing metamorphosis from a water-breathing larva to an air-breathing adult.
amphibious amphi(both) + bi(bios life) + -ous(ull)
양서류의, 수륙양용의
물과 육지 둘다(amphi-)에 사는 생명체의(bious)
The vehicle was amphibious, able to travel on both land and water.
The frog's amphibious nature allows it to live both on land and in water, adapting to various environments.