Post Prefix Vocabulary Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What does 'postdate' mean?

To send something after the deadline

To plan an event for a previous date

To cancel an appointment scheduled for today

To write on something a date that comes after the current date (correct)

What is a postgraduate?

A person who takes a college class after he or she has already graduated

What does 'posthumous' refer to?

Occurring or continuing after death

What does the term 'postindustrial' describe?

The time in society that came after the Industrial Revolution Signup and view all the answers

What is a postmark?

A mark printed across a stamp after it is received in the post office Signup and view all the answers

What does 'postmeridian' mean?

Taking place between 12:00 noon and 12:00 midnight Signup and view all the answers

What is a postmortem?

Occurring or done after death; usually related to an examination of a body Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean to postpone something?

To do something at a time or date after it was originally planned Signup and view all the answers

What is postproduction in film and video?

The editing done after the movie, film, or video has been taped Signup and view all the answers

What is a postscript?

A comment or note written after the letter is finished Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Vocabulary with Prefix POST

Postdate (v): Refers to assigning a date to something that is later than the current date; commonly used in contexts like dating checks or documents.
Postgraduate: Describes individuals who pursue additional education at the college level after completing their undergraduate degree; often engaged in specialized studies or research.
Posthumous: Pertains to events or works, such as books, that occur or are published after the author's death; often significant in literary reviews and awards.
Postindustrial: Identifies the period in society characterized by the decline of manufacturing industries following the Industrial Revolution; often associated with a shift towards services and technology.
Postmark: The official mark placed on a stamp by the post office after the item is received; indicates the date and location of mailing.
Postmeridian (p.m.): Denotes the time between noon (12:00) and midnight (12:00); crucial for timekeeping and scheduling.
Postmortem: Relates to studies or examinations conducted after death, especially in forensic pathology; aims to determine cause of death or gather information for investigations.
Postpone: The action of delaying an event or task to a later time or date; commonly seen in scheduling and planning situations.
Postproduction: Refers to all editing and refinement processes that occur after filming; essential for film, video, and multimedia production to finalize the product.
Postscript (P.S.): A supplementary note or comment added at the end of a letter or other documentation; used for additional thoughts or clarifications after initial content.

Description

Explore the meanings of words prefixed with 'post' in this vocabulary flashcard quiz. Learn and reinforce your understanding of terms like 'postdate', 'postgraduate', and 'posthumous'. Perfect for students looking to expand their lexicon and comprehension of English vocabulary.