DCAS Vocabulary and Word Study Flashcards
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What does the prefix 'pre-' mean in the word 'preview'?
Answer: Before
The prefix 'pre-' means 'before,' so 'preview' means to view something before it is released.
Which word is a synonym for 'enormous'?
Answer: Gigantic
Synonyms are words with similar meanings; 'gigantic' means very large, just like 'enormous.'
In the sentence 'The lake was tranquil at dawn,' what does 'tranquil' mean?
Answer: Calm and peaceful
'Tranquil' means free from disturbance; calm and peaceful, especially in nature.
What does the suffix '-tion' typically indicate when added to a word?
Answer: It forms a noun indicating an action or process
The suffix '-tion' turns verbs into nouns (e.g., 'educate' → 'education'), indicating an action or process.
Which word is an antonym for 'courageous'?
Answer: Cowardly
An antonym is a word with the opposite meaning; 'cowardly' is the opposite of 'courageous.'
What is the meaning of the root word 'bio' in 'biology'?
Answer: Life
The Greek root 'bio' means 'life,' so biology is the study of living things.
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