Use the prefixes pre-, re- and mis-

Key Notes:

Prefix: pre- (meaning “before”)

• Definition: The prefix pre- means “before” in time or place.
• Examples:
  • Preheat: To heat something before using it (e.g., preheat the oven).
  • Preview: To see or show something before it is fully available (e.g., preview a movie).
  • Prepare: To get ready before something happens (e.g., prepare for a test).

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Prefix: re- (meaning “again” or “back”)

• Definition: The prefix re- means “again” or “back” to a previous state or action.
• Examples:
  • Redo: To do something again (e.g., redo a homework assignment).
  • Return: To go back to a place or person (e.g., return a book to the library).
  • Replace: To put something back or substitute with a new item (e.g., replace a broken toy).

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Prefix: mis- (meaning “wrong” or “badly”)

• Definition: The prefix mis- means “wrongly” or “badly,” indicating a mistake or improper action.
• Examples:
  • Misspell: To spell a word incorrectly (e.g., misspell a word in a test).
  • Misunderstand: To understand something incorrectly (e.g., misunderstand a question).
  • Misplace: To put something in the wrong place (e.g., misplace your keys).

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