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Prefixes and suffixes are a group of letters that are added in a word to change its meaning. Commonly, they are used in words to make derivatives. When they are fixed in a word, they not only change the spelling of the word but also change its meaning and the grammatical value.
Prefixes and suffixes can be useful for new English learners as they can help them build their vocabulary in quick time. Compiled by the best assignment writing service, here we go with some of the common prefixes and suffixes that you can learn and practice in your daily English usage.
Prefixes
Prefixes are set of letters that are typically used to negate, counter, or intensify the meaning of a word. The majority of prefixes are used before a noun or adjective, while some are used before a verb. Here are some of the ways you can use prefixes in a word.
To Counter The Meaning Of A Word
Prefixes like im-, anti-, de-, dis-, un-, and non- are used to mean opposite of a word. Examples include:
To Increase Or Decrease The Strength Of A Word
Over-, Under-, Up-, Down-, and hyper- are some of the prefixes that are used before a word to denote the degree, quality, quantity, or a trend. Examples are:
Sensitive changes into hypersensitive
To Quantify Something Letters like mono-, bi-, uni-, di-, and omni- are some of the prefixes that indicate the quantity of something in a word.
To Denote The Degree Of Something
Mega-, mini-, macro, and micro are some of the prefixes that express the degree of something in a word. Here are the common examples:
Suffixes
Suffixes are set of letters that added in the end of a world to make noun, verb, adjective and adverb. Here are some of the ways you can add suffixes to form derivatives:
Noun Suffixes
They are the set of suffixes that are added in the end of a verb to convert it into noun. –or, -er, – al, –ist, -iance/ence, and –ment are some of the common examples of suffixes that make a noun derivative from a verb. Here are some of the examples:
Verb Suffixes
Verb suffixes are inserted in the end of a word to convert it into verbs. They are often made by adding letters in a noun or adjective. The most common verb suffixes are –en, -ify, ize, and –ate. Examples include:
Adjective Suffixes
Adjective suffixes are the set of letters that change a base word into adjective. The majority of these adjectives are formed by adding a suffix in a noun that include –able/ -ible, -al, -cal, -ive, -less, and -ish to name a few. Here are the examples:
Adverb Suffixes
Adverb suffixes are often comprised of the letters that change an adjective into adverbs. They are formed by adding -ly into an adjective. The most common suffixes are -ly, -ily, -ally, -wise, and -wards. Here are the examples:
The aforementioned are some of the most common examples of prefixes and suffixes. If you know more of them, let us know in the comment’s section.
History, Politics & Society/Prefixes Suffixes and Root Words
prefixes which gives the opposite meaning of. if added to theword.
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Does responable have a prefix?
Yes, it does 'irresponsible' the prefix turns its meaning into the opposite.
What is the meaning of the prefix ir?How does the prefix in unexpected change the meaning of the base word?What is the opposite of nanometers?What is the prefix of the opposite of clean?
The prefix is un-, meaning not, for the opposites unclean, untarnished, or uncluttered. The prefix im-, also meaning not, is used for other possible antonyms, impure or imprecise.
Prefix meaning for dis?
The prefix 'dis' means to do the opposite i.e. dicontinue It can also mean not, as in disloyal
Is unproved the opposite of improve?
no, it would just be proved. the 'im-' prefix already makes it the opposite. To reverse the meaning, just drop the prefix. It like with the word 'immature', which is the opposite of 'mature'.
What is the meaning of dis in prefix?
not, opposite of, reverse, separate, deprive of, away
What does the base word hetero mean?
The prefix hetero- means 'different' or 'other.' (The opposite prefix is homo- meaning 'the same.')
What can be added to the beginning of a word and change the words meaning?
A prefix goes before the word and can change the meaning, or the way that the word is used. For example, the prefix un- can be added to the word to give it opposite meaning.
Is anti the root word in antigen?
Anti is a prefix meaning against, the opposite of, or opposed to.
What word means the opposite of fashionable?
Unfashionable you just add a prefix un, meaning not
What do you mean by dis in prefix?
Dis gives an opposite meaning when it is added to the word given.
What prefix can be added to the word bug to make it opposite?
This is an idiomatic usage, but if bug is a verb, then the opposite is unbug. Correction:If you are meaning 'bug' as in 'to conceal a listening device,' the prefix would be 'de' as in 'debug.'
What prefix is the opposite of hyper?What is the opposite of the prefix pre?
The prefix meaning the opposite of pre- (prior to, ahead of) is normally post- (after) which is also the opposite of ante- (before). Example: prewar/postwar Some root words use re- (again) to form an after version, e.g. preview/review.
By changing the prefix of the word 'submarine' what would be the opposite word in meaning?
Marine means water or ocean or sea or the like. The prefix 'sub-' means underneath or below or lower. So submarine means under water. Changing the prefix of submarine to make a word opposite in meaning would be to replace the prefix with a prefix that means higher or above or over. And 'super-' is the prefix that fits the bill. The word supermarine would mean above water.
What is the opposite of prefix?
The true opposite of prefix is no prefix. But, as a prefix means something added at the start of a word. the generally understood opposite is suffix - which is something added to the end of a word.
How did the Arctic Circle and the Antarctic Circle get their names?
Arctic comes from the Greek word arktos, meaning bear, Ursa Major, North Star. Antarctic just tacked on a prefix meaning 'opposite.' Arctic comes from the Greek word arktos, meaning bear, Ursa Major, North Star. Antarctic just tacked on a prefix meaning 'opposite.'
Is unflattering a prefix?
No. Unflattering is an adjective. A prefix is a word part. It is added to a word to change or modify its meaning. (E.g. the prefix un- added to flattering forms the new and opposite word unflattering.)
Is unhappy a prefixes word?
Yes, the word 'unhappy' contains one prefix: 'Un-' Meaning 'the opposite of'.
What is the opposite of ordinary with a prefix?
Extraordinary is one, meaning not 'more ordinary' but 'outside/beyond ordinary'. (Think 'extraterrestrial' - meaning 'from beyond the Earth')
What is the root base of the word unprotected?
protect. Un is the prefix meaning 'the opposite of', or 'not'; ed is the suffix meaning 'in the past'. Therefore, unprotected means--did not protect.
What is the prefix meaning for in?What is the opposite prefix of upgrade?
The prefix in the word upgrade is 'up'. The opposite would be downgrade.
What is the prefix for counteract?What does the prefix counter mean when you use it as prefix?
Opposite, against, as opposed to, anti, in the opposite direction
Does dis means the opposite in disappear?
Yes, it's a Latin prefix meaning apart or away, or having a reversing force.
What is the opposite of common with a prefix?What word means the opposite of irrational?
Rational is the opposite of irrational. The ir- prefix is a variation of the in- prefix and means 'not'.
Does Unlike have a prefix that means not or the opposite of?
Yes, unlike does have that prefix. The prefix is un-.
What is the prefix meaning 0.10?Prefix meaning height?Is anti a root word?
Anti is generally used as a prefix meaning against, the opposite of, or opposed to. .. It comes from the greek αντι (anti) meaning the above. (against etc)
Add a prefix to the word able?![]()
A prefix is an added beginning to a word, which often changes its meaning. If you add the prefix 'mis' to spelled, you get the word 'misspelled', which means spelled incorrectly. This is, indeed, the antonym, or opposite, of spelled. disable, unable, and enable
What is the prefix to fasten to make it opposite?What is the prefix meaning high?What is a prefix meaning trillion?What is a prefix meaning across?What is the negative prefix for the word 'glorious?
'in-', making the opposite word 'inglorious'. The correct opposite depends however on the context and meaning you are using the word in. 'Inglorious' has the meaning 'obscure, unsung', while 'glorious' in the sense of 'brilliant' (as e.g. in a performance) has a better opposite in words like unimpressive or mediocre.
What is the prefix meaning for away?
the prefix meaning for away is 'ab' meaning 'away' or 'down'
What is the opposite form of 'expendable' by adding a prefix?
The opposite form of the word 'expendable' by adding a prefix is unexpendable.
What is the Latin or Greek prefix meaning fast?What is a prefix meaning height that begins with a?What is the meaning of the prefix out?
There is no prefix out. The beginning structure of out has just its regular meaning: out.
Prefix meaning 0.01?What does the prefix in mean as in the words incredible or insoluble?
It denotes an opposite of the initial meaning. How to sign out of yahoo mail on samsung galaxy tablet. So credible means believable, putting 'in' with it makes it unbelievable.
What does the prefix dis mean-?
The prefix 'dis' means not or the opposite of something.
What does the prefix dif mean?
The prefix 'dif means the opposite of, or reverse.
What prefix means opposing?Opposite Adjectives Crossword Puzzle
•Degrees of Comparison, Negative Adjective, Opposites, Other Adjectives
If you want your students to have fun when you check up homework, then this worksheet is for you. They will solve a crossword puzzle and give you the real picture of whether they know these adject ..
1 14,477ElemPre-Int
Negative Prefixes 3
•Opposites, Homework, Prefixes/Suffixes
By adding negative prefixes to the beginnings of words, we can change a word's meaning into its opposite. Students are asked to choose the correct opposite of each word. There are 10 opposites inc ..
3 17,932ElemPre-Int
Negative Prefixes 2
•Opposites, Homework, Prefixes/Suffixes
By adding negative prefixes to the beginnings of words, we can change a word's meaning into its opposite. Students are asked to choose the correct opposite of each word. There are 10 opposites inc ..
2 10,891ElemPre-Int
Negative Prefixes 1
•Opposites, Homework, Prefixes/Suffixes
By adding negative prefixes to the beginnings of words, we can change a word's meaning into its opposite. Students are asked to choose the correct opposite of each word. There are 10 opposites inc ..
3 13,284ElemPre-Int
Character Traits
•Opposites, Character and Personality
Character Traits is a Powerpoint presentation using cartoon characters (some with Russian Cyrillic writing on the image) to depict the adjective of the character trait. The adjectives are paired w ..
5 13,847BegElemPre-Int
Opposites
•Grammar » Adjective » Opposites
This is a powerpoint presentation to show students different adjectives and their opposites. It includes: fast/slow, long,/short, tall/short, heavy/light, high-loud/low, narrow/wide, thick/thin, t ..
![]() Cloze Activity - Opposites (2)
•Opposites, Young Learners, Homework
Opposites help children in learning how to describe different things. This worksheet is a cloze activity all about opposites and can be used in any English language lesson. Students choose the cor ..
6 13,184Elem
Cloze Activity - Opposites
•Opposites, Young Learners, Homework
Opposites help children in learning how to describe different things. This worksheet is a cloze activity all about opposites and can be used in any English language lesson. Students choose the cor ..
7 10,647Elem
Adjectives - Opposites Presentation
•Grammar » Adjective » Opposites
A list of adjectives for introducing adjectives for the first time. You can use this presentation to teach adjectives and how to use them with the verb to be. You can make it more fun by asking yo ..
3 16,509BegElem
Backwards Day
•Opposites, Present Perfect Continuous
January 31st is a backwards day: you can use these cards (after cutting and pasting them on a cardboard sheet) to review opposites in a funny way. Then you can read the story to indroduce or talk ..
3 8,242Elem
Domino Game (Adjectives)
•Opposites, Other Adjectives
I use this game to practice the opposites of some adjectives. It is good for teens or adults learning basic English. When playing this game with lower levels, you can ask ss to mime the word they ..
3 10,548ElemPre-Int
Song Worksheet: Rotten to the Core (Descendants Disney Movie)
•Negative Adjective, Opposites, Other Adjectives, ESL Songs For Teaching English
You can use this worksheet to improve listening and vocabulary. It's a fill in the gap excercise where the missing words are adjectives. For the first or second listening just show the video, th ..
1 8,053Pre-IntInt
Adjectives
•Opposites, Other Adjectives, Describing Things, House/Flat/Rooms
The aim of this worksheet is to encourage learners to use their knowledge of adjectives and to learn new adjectives. They are asked to choose from a selection of adjectives to describe the picture ..
3 18,849IntAdvExam
Song Worksheet: Call Me Irresponsible
•Opposites, Adverb, Prefixes/Suffixes, ESL Songs For Teaching English
This worksheet consists of three excersises. In the first one students write the opposite adjectives. In the second one they listen to the song and fill the gaps. Finally, they complete the chart ..
4 13,909ElemPre-Int
Opposites, Colours, Animals, Feelings
•Opposites, Animals, Colours, Feelings and Emotions, Recycling and Revising
This is a PP presentation for revising opposites, colours, animals, feelings and family relationships at a very elementary level. I made it as a revision before young learners' first test but you ..
6 21,690Elem
Antonym Match (2)
•Opposites, Synonyms/Antonyms
This worksheet was created for primary/elementary students. An antonym is a word opposite in meaning to another (e.g. bad and good ). Students are asked to match the word on the left with the anto ..
8 24,103Elem
Antonym Match (1)
•Opposites, Synonyms/Antonyms
This worksheet was created for primary/elementary students. An antonym is a word opposite in meaning to another (e.g. bad and good ). Students are asked to match the word on the left with the anto ..
11 15,968Elem
Adjectives - Opposites Game
•Opposites, Coursebook Resources
This is a worksheet I found here and adapted for my students. Split your group into pairs or groups depending on class size and give each pair a different table from page one. Cut up the adjective ..
12 14,813ElemPre-Int
Movie Worksheet: The Addams Family
•Opposites, Personal Pronouns, Questions and Short Answers, Family/Friends, Movie + Video + Cartoons
This worksheet intends to revise family vocabulary and personal information, by drilling elementary grammar points in a funny and contextulized way. Students use short questions and answers and pr ..
8 21,894BegElem
Big & Little
•Grammar » Adjective » Opposites
This PowerPoint contains the opposite concepts big, little, long, and short. It includes different pictures to convey the meaning. It is appropriate for both complete beginner and elementary level ..
5 5,325ElemPre-Int
Opposites Teacher's Copy
•Grammar » Adjective » Opposites
This is an intermediate level (esl) worksheet of some common word opposites. This includes prepositions, adjectives, nouns, etc. This is the teacher's copy. I use these worksheets as filler mat ..
6 10,917Pre-IntInt
Opposites Student copy
•Grammar » Adjective » Opposites
This is an intermediate level (esl) worksheet of some common word opposites. This includes prepositions, adjectives, nouns, etc. This is the student's copy. I use these worksheets as filler mat ..
6 9,393Pre-IntInt
Movie Worksheet:Ted - Derek Sivers Weird, or Just Different?What's The Opposite Of Prefix
•Opposites, Quotations and Sayings, Movie + Video + Cartoons
Ted Video Activity. 2-minute video titled Weird, or just different? Teach sayings and more. Pre-watching, vocabulary builder and after watch activity. Great for pre-intermediate to intermediate st ..
2 9,168ElemPre-IntInt
Prefix That Means Opposite OfOpposites WordsearchPrefix Opposite Of Sub
•Grammar » Adjective » Opposites
Students fill out the table of simple opposites, then find all of the words in the wordsearch. Alternitavely, they can work on both the table and the wordsearch at the same time, finding words and ..
4 12,806ElemPre-Int
Song Worksheet: Hot N' Cold by Katy Perry (Opposites)
•Opposites, Synonyms/Antonyms, ESL Songs For Teaching English
This song is great to work with antonyms/opposites. In this file you'll find the song worksheet and an activity about opposites. In the first page you'll find the words hot/cold, yes/no, in/out, u ..
3 20,072BegElem
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