Vocabulary and Definitions Flashcard List 3

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What is a prefix?

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A prefix is a group of letters added to the beginning of a word to change its meaning.

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What does it mean to summarize?

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To summarize means to tell information again using fewer words.

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What does 'infer' mean?

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To infer means to form an opinion or conclude something after hearing or reading evidence.

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What is an affix?

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An affix is a letter or group of letters added to a word, including prefixes and suffixes.

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What is a root word?

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A root word is the base part of a word that gives it meaning, without any prefixes or suffixes.

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What does it mean to outline?

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To outline means to list or describe only the important parts of something.

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What is a suffix?

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A suffix is a group of letters added to the end of a word to change its meaning.

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What is the purpose of a prefix?

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The purpose of a prefix is to attach to the beginning of a word to modify its meaning.

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What is the difference between a prefix and a suffix?

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A prefix is added to the beginning of a word, while a suffix is added to the end of a word.

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What does it mean to predict?

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To predict means to say that something will or might happen in the future.