Prefix im- and in-

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What does the prefix 'im-' mean?

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The prefix 'im-' means 'not' or 'opposite of'. It is used to form words that indicate negation.

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What does the prefix 'in-' mean?

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The prefix 'in-' means 'not' or 'without'. It is used to create words that express negation.

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What is the meaning of 'impatient'?

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Impatient means not able to wait calmly; feeling restless or annoyed because of delays.

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What is the meaning of 'interior'?

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Interior refers to the inside part of something, especially a building.

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What is the meaning of 'impossible'?

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Impossible means not able to happen or be done; not possible.

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What is the meaning of 'insane'?

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Insane means not sane; mentally ill or crazy.

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What does 'incomplete' mean?

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Incomplete means not complete; lacking some part or element.

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

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An example is 'imperfect', which means not perfect.

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

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An example is 'invisible', which means not able to be seen.

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What is the opposite of 'sane'?

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The opposite of 'sane' is 'insane', meaning not sane.