Dis- Word Study Review

What does the prefix "dis-" mean?

• Together

• Not, opposite of

• Above

• Below

What does "disheartened" mean?

• Full of energy

• Having lost determination or confidence

• Very happy

• Extremely excited

What does "disintegrate" mean?

• To build up

• To break up into small parts

• To combine

• To strengthen

What does "dismantle" mean?

• To put together

• To take apart; take to pieces

• To decorate

• To paint

What does "dissimilar" mean?

• Exactly the same

• Not the same or similar

• Very similar

• Identical

What does "dispel" mean?

• To gather

• To make something go away or disappear

• To create

• To build

What does "dissonant" mean?

• Harmonious

• Unsuitable or unusual in combination; clashing

• Melodious

• Pleasant

What does "disarray" mean?

• Neatness

• A state of disorganization or untidiness

• Orderliness

• Cleanliness

What does "discombobulate" mean?

• To organize

• To confuse someone

• To clarify

• To explain

What does "dismal" mean?

• Very bright

• Not good, dreary, bleak

• Extremely cheerful

• Full of light