EM-/EN- Prefix Vocabulary Flashcards & Quiz

Questions and Answers

What does 'em-' and 'en-' mean?

to increase

to cause to (correct)

to inspire

to entertain

What does the word 'encourage' mean?

To inspire with courage, hope, or strength of mind.

What does the word 'enrich' mean?

To make rich; to make something of greater value.

What does the word 'empower' mean?

To give power or authority to. Signup and view all the answers

What does the word 'enrage' mean?

To put in a rage. Signup and view all the answers

What does the word 'enlighten' mean?

To inform or give new insight. Signup and view all the answers

What does the word 'enamored' mean?

Fond of; feeling love towards. Signup and view all the answers

What does the word 'enlist' mean?

To join the armed forces. Signup and view all the answers

What does the word 'embellish' mean?

To decorate. Signup and view all the answers

What does the word 'empathy' mean?

The ability to understand and share the feelings of another. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Prefix Overview

The prefixes "em-" and "en-" mean "to cause to," indicating an action that transforms or enhances a state or condition.

Vocabulary Cards

Encourage
- Definition: Inspires courage, hope, or strength of mind.
Enrich
- Definition: To make something richer or of greater value, enhancing its quality or substance.
Empower
- Definition: Grants power or authority, enabling a person or group.
Enrage
- Definition: Causes intense anger; to put someone in a state of rage.
Enlighten
- Definition: To provide information or insight, helping someone gain understanding or clarity.
Enamored
- Definition: A strong fondness or love for someone or something, indicating deep affection.
Enlist
- Definition: To formally join the armed forces or military service.
Embellish
- Definition: To decorate or enhance, often adding details to improve appearance.
Empathy
- Definition: The ability to comprehend and share the feelings of others, allowing for emotional connection and understanding.

Description

Test your knowledge of vocabulary words with the prefixes 'em-' and 'en-'. This quiz includes definitions and examples for each word to help deepen your understanding. Enhance your language skills with these essential prefixes!