Vocabulary Prefixes: EM-/EN- Flashcards
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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?

    <p>To give power or authority to.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the word 'enrage' mean?

    <p>To put in a rage.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the word 'enlighten' mean?

    <p>To inform or give new insight.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the word 'enamored' mean?

    <p>Fond of; feeling love towards.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the word 'enlist' mean?

    <p>To join the armed forces.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the word 'embellish' mean?

    <p>To decorate.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the word 'empathy' mean?

    <p>The ability to understand and share the feelings of another.</p> 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.

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    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!

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