Prefix mis- Flashcard

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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 'mischievous' mean?

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Mischievous means causing trouble in a playful way.

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What is a 'mistake'?

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A mistake is an error or something done incorrectly.

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What does it mean to 'mislead' someone?

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To mislead someone means to guide them in the wrong direction or give them false information.

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What does 'misunderstand' mean?

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To misunderstand means to interpret something incorrectly.

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Can you give an example of 'mischievous' behavior?

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An example of mischievous behavior is playing pranks on friends.

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What is the opposite of 'mischievous'?

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The opposite of mischievous is obedient or well-behaved.

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What does 'mistreated' mean?

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Mistreated means to treat someone badly or unfairly.

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How can someone 'misinterpret' a message?

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Someone can misinterpret a message by not understanding the intended meaning.

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What is a common synonym for 'mistake'?

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A common synonym for mistake is error.