Prefixes Quiz

What is the meaning of the prefix 'pre-'?

• after

• without

• during

• before

What does the prefix 'dis-' mean?

• not

• over

• before

• happy

Give an example of a word with the prefix 'un-' and its meaning.

• unbelievable

• universe

• unhealthy

• unhappy

Explain the meaning of the prefix 're-'.

• forward

• again or back

• up

• down

Provide a word with the suffix '-less' and its meaning.

• Careless - without care or attention

• Painless - full of pain

• Hopeless - full of hope

• Fearless - full of fear

What is the meaning of the prefix 'mis-'?

• wrong or bad

• good or excellent

• correct or right

• happy or joyful

Give an example of a word with the prefix 'in-' and its meaning.

• incorrect - not correct

• insecure - not secure

• infinite - not finite

• incredible - not believable

Explain the meaning of the prefix 'over-'.

• inside

• excessive, above, beyond, or too much

• around

• under

Provide a word with the suffix '-ful' and its meaning.

• hopeful - having hope

• colorful - having color

• careful - being cautious

• graceful - having grace or elegance

What does the prefix 'sub-' mean?

• under

• around

• above

• over