Prefix Words with Sup- and Sur- Flashcards

Study Notes

Sup- Words

Superb: Refers to something extremely fine or excellent, indicating high quality.
Superimpose: Means to lay or place one thing over another, often used in design or art contexts.
Superintendent: A title for a person who holds the highest power or authority in an organization or system.
Superior: Describes something that is better in quality or performance in comparison to something else.
Supervisor: A person responsible for overseeing the work of others, ensuring tasks are completed effectively.
Surcharge: An extra charge or fee added to the original amount already paid, often associated with service fees or additional costs.
Surplus: Indicates an amount that exceeds what is necessary or needed, often used in economics.
Surprise: Represents something completely unexpected, often leading to astonishment or confusion.
Surreal: Describes situations or experiences that are bizarre, dreamlike, or beyond reality.
Surtax: An additional tax imposed on top of the standard tax, often aimed at higher incomes or specific transactions.

Subcutaneous

Subcutaneous: Refers to something located or introduced directly underneath the skin, typically in medical contexts related to injections or body layers.

Additional Terms

Coincidence: Describes an occurrence that happens by accident or is unplanned, often seen as remarkable or unexpected.
Quadrant: Defines one part of a whole that has been divided into four equal sections, commonly used in mathematics or geography.
Trinomial: A type of polynomial that is composed of three distinct terms, a fundamental concept in algebra.
Biennial: Refers to events or occurrences that happen every two years, important in planning and scheduling contexts.

Description

Explore the fascinating world of words that start with the prefixes 'sup-' and 'sur-' through this engaging flashcard quiz. Enhance your vocabulary by learning definitions and meanings of words like 'superb,' 'superintendent,' and 'supervisor.' Test your knowledge and understanding of these prefixes and their applications.