Prefixes, I: Mcgraw Hill Vocabulary Grades 6-8

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What does the prefix 'inter-' mean?

Back

The prefix 'inter-' means 'between' or 'among', indicating a relationship or interaction between two or more entities.

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Define 'international'.

Back

International means involving two or more nations; worldwide.

Front

What does 'impassable' mean?

Back

Impassable means cannot travel over or through; blocked; impenetrable.

Front

Explain the term 'interact'.

Back

To interact means to act on each other; to act reciprocally.

Front

What is an 'aftereffect'?

Back

An aftereffect is an effect following a cause after a delay; a delayed result.

Front

Define 'indecision'.

Back

Indecision means not able to make up one's mind; hesitation.

Front

What does the prefix 'im-' typically indicate?

Back

The prefix 'im-' typically indicates negation or the opposite, as in 'improper' meaning not proper.

Front

What is the meaning of 'improper'?

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Improper means not in accordance with accepted rules or standards; inappropriate.

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What does 'overdue' mean?

Back

Overdue means something that is past the expected time or deadline.

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Define 'overbearing'.

Back

Overbearing means excessively domineering or bossy.