Latin Prefixes Flashcards

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What does the Latin prefix 'a, ab' mean?

after

between

toward

away from (correct)

What is the meaning of the Latin prefix 'ad'?

not

to, toward (correct)

before

between

What does the prefix 'ante' mean?

before

What is the meaning of 'bene'?

well, good Signup and view all the answers

What does the prefix 'circum' denote?

around Signup and view all the answers

What does the prefix 'contra, counter' imply?

against, oppose to Signup and view all the answers

Which prefix means 'away, out, apart from'?

dis Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of the prefix 'extra'?

outside, beyond Signup and view all the answers

What does the prefix 'ex' refer to?

out, out of, away from, formerly Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of the prefix 'inter'?

between, among Signup and view all the answers

What does the prefix 'intra' mean?

with, into Signup and view all the answers

What does 'mal' signify?

bad Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of the prefix 'multi'?

many Signup and view all the answers

What does the prefix 'non' mean?

not Signup and view all the answers

What does 'ob' imply?

against, upon Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of the prefix 'omni'?

all, every Signup and view all the answers

What does the prefix 'post' indicate?

after Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of the prefix 'pre'?

before Signup and view all the answers

What does 're' denote?

backward, again Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of the prefix 'retro'?

backward Signup and view all the answers

What does 'se' mean?

away from, apart Signup and view all the answers

What does the prefix 'sub' signify?

beneath, under Signup and view all the answers

What does 'super' mean?

over, to a degree, greater than normal Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of the prefix 'trans'?

across, over, beyond Signup and view all the answers

What does 'ultra' signify?

beyond, exceedingly Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Latin Prefixes Overview

Latin prefixes modify the meaning of base words by providing specific contexts or directions.
Understanding these prefixes aids in deciphering complex vocabulary and enhancing language comprehension.

Key Prefixes and Their Meanings

a, ab: Indicates separation or movement from a point; translates as "away" or "from."
ad: Conveys direction towards or into; means "to" or "against."
ante: Relates to position or event prior in time; translates as "before."
bene: Indicates something beneficial or positive; means "well" or "good."
circum: Denotes something that surrounds or encircles; means "around."
contra, counter: Suggests opposition to something; means "against."
dis: Implies movement away from a point or a reversal of status; means "apart from" or "opposite of."
extra, extro: Refers to something outside of the usual parameters; translates as "outside" or "beyond."
ex: Indicates movement out of a source or previously held position; means "out" or "away from."
inter: Represents relationships or connections between entities; means "between" or "among."
intra, intro: Suggests inward motion; translates as "with" or "into."
mal: Indicates a negative quality or malfunction; simply means "bad."
multi: Refers to a quantity greater than one; means "many."
non: Denotes negation; simply means "not."
ob: Points to resistance or obstruction; means "against" or "upon."
omni: Refers to entirety or all-encompassing qualities; means "all" or "every."
post: Indicates subsequent action or position; means "after."
pre: Refers to an earlier position or time; means "before."
re: Implies repetition or backward movement; means "again" or "back."
retro: Denotes a backward direction, often relating to time; simply means "backward."
se: Suggests separation or distinction; translates as "away from" or "apart."
sub, suf, sug, sum, sup: Refers to being beneath or covered by something; means "beneath" or "under."
super, sur: Indicates superiority or exceeding normal limits; can mean "over" or "beyond."
trans: Represents movement across or beyond a boundary; means "across" or "over."
ultra: Suggests excessive or extreme qualities; means "beyond" or "exceedingly."

Application of Prefixes

Prefix understanding enhances vocabulary acquisition and reading comprehension.
Knowledge of prefixes is crucial for word formation and interpretation in various academic fields.

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Explore the world of Latin prefixes with these informative flashcards. Each card presents a prefix along with its meaning, helping you enhance your vocabulary and understanding of the root words. Ideal for students looking to learn Latin or improve their language skills.