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pathotropism

noun/ˌpæθəˈtroʊpɪzəm/

the tendency of pathogens to cause disease in specific plants or plant organs

The research highlighted the pathotropism exhibited by certain fungal pathogens that selectively infect the roots of specific crop varieties.

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word origin — Derived from 'patho-' meaning 'disease' and '-tropism' meaning 'turning' or 'tendency' in Greek.

pathotropism, brontide, diplopia, syzygy, fainaigue: meanings and examples

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  1. pathotropism · noun/ˌpæθəˈtroʊpɪzəm/

    the tendency of pathogens to cause disease in specific plants or plant organs

    The research highlighted the pathotropism exhibited by certain fungal pathogens that selectively infect the roots of specific crop varieties.

    Synonyms: pathogenicity, virulence, disease causation

    Origin: Derived from 'patho-' meaning 'disease' and '-tropism' meaning 'turning' or 'tendency' in Greek.

  2. brontide · noun/ˈbrɑːn.taɪd/

    a low, rumbling sound associated with distant thunder or a similar phenomenon

    As we sat by the campfire, we could hear the low brontide rolling in from the distance, signaling an approaching storm.

    Synonyms: rumble, thunder, roar

    Origin: The word 'brontide' is derived from the Greek word 'brontē' meaning 'thunder.'

  3. diplopia · noun/dɪˈploʊpiə/

    the perception of two images of a single object

    After the eye examination, the doctor explained that she was experiencing diplopia, which made it difficult for her to focus on reading.

    Synonyms: double vision, binocular diplopia

    Origin: from Greek 'diplous' meaning 'double' + 'opē' meaning 'eye/sight'

  4. syzygy · noun/ˈsɪz.ɪ.dʒi/

    an alignment of three celestial bodies in a straight line

    The upcoming solar eclipse is a rare syzygy that will capture the attention of skywatchers around the world.

    Synonyms: alignment, conjunction, collinearity

    Origin: from the Greek 'syzygia', meaning 'yoked together'

  5. fainaigue · noun/fəˈtiɡ/

    a state of fatigue or exhaustion caused by prolonged activity or effort

    After the long hike reached its pinnacle, a deep state of fainaigue settled over the group, leaving everyone eager for rest.

    Synonyms: fatigue, exhaustion, tiredness

    Origin: The word 'fatigue' originates from the Latin 'fatigare', meaning 'to tire out'.