NEGATIVE PREFIXES

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What is a negative prefix?

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A negative prefix is a group of letters added to the beginning of a word to change its meaning to the opposite or to indicate negation.

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What does the prefix 'mis-' mean?

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The prefix 'mis-' means wrong or badly. For example, 'misunderstand' means to understand incorrectly.

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What does the prefix 'un-' mean?

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The prefix 'un-' means not or the opposite of. For example, 'unfair' means not fair.

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What does the prefix 'ir-' mean?

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The prefix 'ir-' means not or the opposite of, and is used before words that start with 'r'. For example, 'irresponsible' means not responsible.

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What does the prefix 'dis-' mean?

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The prefix 'dis-' means to reverse or remove. For example, 'disappear' means to cease to be visible.

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What does the prefix 'il-' mean?

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The prefix 'il-' means not or the opposite of, and is used before words that start with 'l'. For example, 'illiterate' means not literate.

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What is the meaning of 'miscommunication'?

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Miscommunication refers to a failure to communicate ideas or intentions clearly.

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What is the meaning of 'unfair'?

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Unfair means not just or equitable; it indicates a lack of fairness.

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What is the meaning of 'irresponsible'?

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Irresponsible means not showing a proper sense of responsibility.

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What is the meaning of 'disappear'?

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Disappear means to cease to be visible or to vanish.