Prefixes--Dis-, Mis-, Un-

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What does the prefix 'dis-' mean?

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The prefix 'dis-' means to reverse or negate the action of the root word.

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What does the prefix 'mis-' mean?

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The prefix 'mis-' means wrong or badly.

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What does the prefix 'un-' mean?

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The prefix 'un-' means not or the opposite of.

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What does 'disconnect' mean?

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To break a connection.

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What does 'disorganized' mean?

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Not properly planned or arranged.

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What does 'misbehave' mean?

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To fail to conduct oneself in a responsible manner.

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What does 'disapprove' mean?

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To have an unfavorable opinion about something.

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What does 'misunderstand' mean?

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To fail to interpret correctly.

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Give an example of a word with the prefix 'dis-'.

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Disconnect.

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Give an example of a word with the prefix 'mis-'.

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Misunderstand.