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paronymous

adjective

/pəˈrɒnɪməs/

Meaning

Words that are derived from the same root or sound alike.

The words 'effect' and 'effective' are paronymous.

derivative, cognate, related, similar-sounding

unrelated, distinct

paronymous words, paronymous terms, paronymous relationship

exciting experience; risky undertaking; bold enterprise

giving help or being useful

Dealing with things sensibly and realistically in a way that is based on practical rather than ideal...

relating to the application of scientific methods to investigate crimes

extremely distressing or upsetting

Relating to macroeconomics or the large-scale or general economic factors, such as interest rates an...