Greek Latin stem mis/mit

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What does the prefix 'mis-' generally indicate in a word?

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The prefix 'mis-' generally indicates a wrong or incorrect action.

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What does the prefix 'mit-' or 'miss-' mean in words?

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The prefix 'mit-' or 'miss-' means to send.

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Define 'mission' in the context of space exploration.

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A mission refers to a specific task or purpose that astronauts undertake to gather scientific information in space.

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What is the meaning of 'admit' in a social context?

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To admit means to allow someone to enter a place or to acknowledge the truth of something.

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Explain the term 'submit' in relation to authority.

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To submit means to accept or yield to a superior force or authority.

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What is an 'intermission' in a performance?

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An intermission is a break in a performance that allows the audience to rest or stretch.

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What does it mean to 'emit' something?

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To emit means to send out or give off, such as odors or light.

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Provide an example of a word that uses the prefix 'mis-' and explain its meaning.

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An example is 'misunderstand,' which means to understand something incorrectly.

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Give an example of a word that uses the prefix 'mit-' or 'miss-' and explain its meaning.

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An example is 'transmit,' which means to send something from one place to another.

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What is the relationship between 'mission' and 'admit'?

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Both words involve the concept of sending; 'mission' refers to a task sent to accomplish, while 'admit' involves allowing entry.