Prefix and Suffix

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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 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 does the prefix 'il-' mean?

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The prefix 'il-' means 'not'.

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What does the prefix 'non-' mean?

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The prefix 'non-' means 'not' or 'opposite of'.

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What does the prefix 'dis-' mean?

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The prefix 'dis-' means 'not' or 'opposite of'.

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What does the prefix 'un-' mean?

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The prefix 'un-' means 'not' or 'opposite of'.

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What does the prefix 're-' mean?

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The prefix 're-' means 'again'.

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What does the prefix 'mid-' mean?

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The prefix 'mid-' means 'middle'.

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What does the word 'scientist' mean?

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A scientist is a person who studies or practices science.

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What does the word 'illegal' mean?

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Illegal means not allowed by law.