Question

From which language do the Greek words "epi" and "demos," which form the basis of "epidemic," originate?

• A. Latin
• B. Greek
• C. English
• D. Sanskrit

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Greek

• "Epi" : A Greek prefix meaning "upon," "on," or "among."

• "Demos": A Greek word meaning "people" or "population."

• Epidemic: When combined, "epidemic" literally translates to "upon the people," referring to a disease that affects a large number of people within a population, community, or region.