Read the first paragraph of "Pearl Harbor: Two Descriptions" by Mark Weimer. Using your knowledge of root words and affixes, locate and define the word pre-emptive.
Answer (1)
The word 'pre-emptive' means actions taken before an anticipated event occurs, derived from the Latin roots meaning 'to take.' It often refers to strategies intended to prevent potential threats, such as a military strike to avert an imminent danger. This proactive approach contrasts with reactive responses to events that have already happened. ;
