Prefix Meanings

What does the prefix "ex" mean?

• to or towards
• out of, from, or not

• inside or within
• against or opposite

What does the prefix "extra" mean?

• less than usual
• a type of food
• a measurement of time
• beyond, more than usual, outside.

What does the prefix "hyper" mean?

• over, beyond, or excessive
• under, below, or insufficient
• normal, average, or standard
• limited, restricted, or minimal

What does the prefix "hypo" mean?

• over or above
• under, below, and less than normal

• inside or within
• equal to or same as

What does the prefix "pro" mean?

• on behalf of, supporting, or before

• To delay, to hold back, or to hinder.
• Neutral, without any stance or direction.
• Against, in opposition to, or backward.

What does the prefix "sub" mean?

• above or over
• inside or within
• after or later
• under or below

What does the prefix "super" mean?

• inside or within
• equal to
• above or beyond
• below or beneath