Prefix: Mis- and Dis-

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

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The prefix 'mis-' indicates something that is wrong or incorrect.

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What does the prefix 'dis-' indicate in a word?

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The prefix 'dis-' indicates negation or the opposite of something.

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What is the meaning of the word 'mistreat'?

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To treat someone or something wrongly or poorly.

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What is the meaning of the word 'misspell'?

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To spell a word incorrectly.

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What is the meaning of the word 'distrust'?

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To have a lack of trust or confidence in someone or something.

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What is the meaning of the word 'disappear'?

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To cease to be visible or to no longer exist.

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

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An example is 'disagree', which means to have a different opinion or to not agree.

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What is the difference between 'mis-' and 'dis-'?

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'Mis-' indicates something wrong or incorrect, while 'dis-' indicates negation or the opposite.

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What does 'mislead' mean?

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To lead someone in the wrong direction or to give them false information.