Question

the word transfix is from the latin transfigere, from the prefix trans- plus figere meaning \to fasten.\ it shares the same root with affix and fixture. based on this information, transfix probably means ______. 1 to cause an abrupt change in something 2 to hold something in place by piercing through 3 to attempt to repair something that has been broken

Explanation:

The word "transfix" comes from the Latin "transfigere" (prefix "trans -" meaning across/through and "figere" meaning to fasten). "Affix" (attach) and "fixture" (something fixed in place) share the root "figere". So "transfix" likely involves fixing (like "figere") through/across (like "trans -"), which aligns with holding something in place by piercing through.

Answer:

1. to hold something in place by piercing through