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Vocabulary Entry
prefix
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A syllable or word added at the beginning of another word to modify its meaning.
Example Sentences
"The prefix 'un-' means 'not' and can change the meaning of words."
"In the word 'unhappily', 'un-' is the prefix that negates happiness."
"Learning about prefixes helps improve vocabulary skills."
V
verb
To add a prefix to a word.
Example Sentences
"You can prefix 'dis-' to the word 'approve' to create 'disapprove'."
"Students are encouraged to prefix new words during their writing exercises."
"In language studies, it is common to prefix certain verbs to create new meanings."