Greek & Latin Roots/Affixes #1

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What does the root word 'deed' mean?

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An intentional action.

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

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It indicates an action that is wrong or bad.

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What does the prefix 'pre-' mean in the word 'preoccupied'?

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It means before or prior to.

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What does the root word 'mirth' mean?

Back

Happy and joyous.

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What does the suffix '-ful' indicate in the word 'mirthful'?

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It indicates being full of a quality.

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What does the prefix 'trans-' mean in the word 'transatlantic'?

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It means across or beyond.

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What does the root word 'arm' mean in the context of 'disarmed'?

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To equip with weapons.

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

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It indicates removal or negation.

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What does the root word 'occupy' mean in the context of 'preoccupied'?

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To take up space or time.

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What does the suffix '-ed' indicate in the word 'preoccupied'?

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It indicates a past action or state.