Over and Under Prefix Flashcard

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What does the prefix 'under-' mean?

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The prefix 'under-' means below, beneath, or less than.

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What does the prefix 'over-' mean?

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The prefix 'over-' means above, beyond, or more than.

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What does 'underachieve' mean?

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To perform less well than expected or to fail to reach one's potential.

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What does 'underwhelm' mean?

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To fail to impress or make a strong impact.

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What does 'overwhelm' mean?

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To be overcome with emotion or to be too much to handle.

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What does 'overheated' mean?

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To become too hot or to exceed a safe temperature.

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What does 'underdog' mean?

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A competitor thought to have little chance of winning.

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What does 'overrated' mean?

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To have a higher opinion of something than it deserves.

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Give an example of a word with the prefix 'under'.

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Underestimate.

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Give an example of a word with the prefix 'over'.

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Overachieve.