Understanding the Prefix 'Over'

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What does the prefix 'over' mean?

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The prefix 'over' means above, highest, or too much.

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What does 'oversimplify' mean?

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To oversimplify means to make something too simple, ignoring important details.

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Does 'overhasty' mean slow to make a decision?

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No, 'overhasty' means too quick to make a decision.

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What does 'overgraze' mean?

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To overgraze means to allow animals to eat too much grass or plants in an area.

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What does 'override' mean?

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To override means to change or cancel a decision or rule.

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

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Overachieve.

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What does 'overabundance' mean?

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Overabundance means having too much of something.

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Is 'overwork' a positive or negative term?

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Negative; it means to work too much.

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What is the opposite of 'over'?

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Under.

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Can 'over' be used in a positive context?

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Yes, for example, 'overjoyed' means extremely happy.