Negative Prefixes

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What is a negative prefix?

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A negative prefix is a prefix that negates the meaning of the base word, often indicating the opposite or absence of the quality described by the base word.

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Give an example of a word with the negative prefix 'un-'.

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Unhappy.

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What does the prefix 'in-' typically indicate?

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The prefix 'in-' typically indicates negation or the opposite of the base word, such as in 'incomplete'.

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What is the meaning of the prefix 'im-'?

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The prefix 'im-' is a variation of 'in-' used before words that begin with 'm' or 'p', indicating negation, as in 'impossible'.

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What does the prefix 'ir-' signify?

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The prefix 'ir-' signifies negation and is used before words that begin with 'r', such as 'irregular'.

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What is the meaning of the prefix 'dis-'?

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The prefix 'dis-' indicates negation or reversal, as in 'disagree'.

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Provide an example of a word with the negative prefix 'non-'.

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Nonexistent.

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What does the prefix 'a-' or 'an-' indicate?

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The prefixes 'a-' or 'an-' indicate absence or lack, as in 'asymmetrical' or 'anemia'.

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What is the difference between 'immature' and 'mature'?

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'Immature' means not fully developed or grown, while 'mature' means fully developed or grown.

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How does the prefix 'ir-' change the meaning of the word 'regular'?

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The prefix 'ir-' changes 'regular' to 'irregular', meaning not regular or not following a pattern.