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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'?

    <p>well, good</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the prefix 'circum' denote?

    <p>around</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the prefix 'contra, counter' imply?

    <p>against, oppose to</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>dis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of the prefix 'extra'?

    <p>outside, beyond</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the prefix 'ex' refer to?

    <p>out, out of, away from, formerly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of the prefix 'inter'?

    <p>between, among</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the prefix 'intra' mean?

    <p>with, into</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'mal' signify?

    <p>bad</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of the prefix 'multi'?

    <p>many</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the prefix 'non' mean?

    <p>not</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'ob' imply?

    <p>against, upon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of the prefix 'omni'?

    <p>all, every</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the prefix 'post' indicate?

    <p>after</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of the prefix 'pre'?

    <p>before</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 're' denote?

    <p>backward, again</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of the prefix 'retro'?

    <p>backward</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'se' mean?

    <p>away from, apart</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the prefix 'sub' signify?

    <p>beneath, under</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'super' mean?

    <p>over, to a degree, greater than normal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of the prefix 'trans'?

    <p>across, over, beyond</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'ultra' signify?

    <p>beyond, exceedingly</p> 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.

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