Prefixes in- and im-

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What does the prefix 'in-' generally indicate in a word?

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The prefix 'in-' generally indicates negation or the opposite of something.

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What does the prefix 'im-' generally indicate in a word?

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The prefix 'im-' generally indicates negation or the opposite of something, often used before 'b', 'm', or 'p'.

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Provide an example of a word that uses the prefix 'in-' and explain its meaning.

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Example: 'inactive' - meaning not active or not engaged in activity.

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Provide an example of a word that uses the prefix 'im-' and explain its meaning.

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Example: 'impossible' - meaning not able to occur, exist, or be done.

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What is the meaning of the word 'impolite'?

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The word 'impolite' means not showing good manners or respect.

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What does it mean to have something 'inspected'?

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To have something 'inspected' means to have it examined carefully to ensure it is in good condition or meets certain standards.

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What is the meaning of the word 'inspired'?

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The word 'inspired' means to have been motivated or influenced to do something positive.

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How does the prefix 'in-' change the meaning of the root word 'active'?

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The prefix 'in-' changes 'active' to 'inactive', meaning not active.

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How does the prefix 'im-' change the meaning of the root word 'possible'?

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The prefix 'im-' changes 'possible' to 'impossible', meaning not able to occur.

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What is the significance of prefixes in understanding word meanings?

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Prefixes help to modify the meaning of root words, providing context and clarity.