Prefixes-mis, non, and un

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What does the prefix 'mis-' mean?

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The prefix 'mis-' means 'wrongly' or 'badly'. For example, 'mistreat' means to treat someone badly.

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What does the prefix 'non-' mean?

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The prefix 'non-' means 'not' or 'without'. For example, 'nonsense' means something that does not make sense.

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What does the prefix 'un-' mean?

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The prefix 'un-' means 'not' or 'the opposite of'. For example, 'uncertain' means not certain.

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What is the base word of 'misunderstand'?

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The base word is 'understand'.

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What is the base word of 'nonfiction'?

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The base word is 'fiction'.

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What is the base word of 'unhappy'?

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The base word is 'happy'.

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What is the base word of 'misplace'?

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The base word is 'place'.

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What is the base word of 'nonstop'?

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The base word is 'stop'.

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What is the base word of 'unfair'?

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The base word is 'fair'.

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What is the meaning of 'mislead'?

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To lead someone in the wrong direction or to give false information.