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Discussing derivatives from the Latin verb "ago, agere"

from Latin in Layman’s - A Rhetoric Revolution · host Liam Connerly

Ago, Agere: Latin root meaning “to do, act, drive, lead.”1. Agitate: To cause unrest or disturbance; from the Latin “agere,” meaning “to do.”2. Agent: A person or thing that takes an active role in doing something; from the Latin “agere,” meaning “to do.”3. Agenda: A program of things to do or be accomplished; from the Latin “agere,” meaning “to do.”4. Aggregate: A total or collective amount; from the Latin “agere,” meaning “to drive.”5. Exaggerate: To magnify or increase beyond the natural proportions; from the Latin “agere,” meaning “to drive.”6. Prerogative: A special right or privilege; from the Latin “agere,” meaning “to lead.”7. Proactive: Taking initiative and acting in advance of a situation; from the Latin “agere,” meaning “to lead.”8. Prologue: An introduction to a play, book, etc.; from the Latin “agere,” meaning “to lead.” 

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