Prefix mis- & dis-

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What does the prefix 'mis-' mean?

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The prefix 'mis-' means wrong or badly.

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What does the prefix 'dis-' mean?

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The prefix 'dis-' means not or opposite of.

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What is the meaning of 'misunderstand'?

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To understand something incorrectly.

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What is the meaning of 'misspell'?

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To spell a word incorrectly.

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What does 'disagree' mean?

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To have a different opinion than someone else.

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What does 'miscommunicate' mean?

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To communicate incorrectly or fail to communicate effectively.

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What is the meaning of 'disorder'?

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A state of confusion or lack of order.

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

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Misplace: to put something in the wrong place.

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

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Disconnect: to break the connection.

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What does 'misbehave' mean?

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To behave badly or improperly.