Flocabulary Flocabulary Word Study and Etymology

Question 1

What does the prefix 'un-' mean in words like 'unhappy' and 'unkind'?

Accepted Answer

Not or opposite of

Answer

The prefix 'un-' negates the base word, turning 'happy' into 'unhappy' (not happy).

Question 2

What is a root word?

Accepted Answer

The base form of a word without any affixes

Answer

A root word is the core part of a word that carries its fundamental meaning.

Question 3

What does the suffix '-tion' typically indicate when added to a verb?

Accepted Answer

A noun showing an action or state

Answer

The suffix '-tion' converts verbs into nouns, as in 'educate' becoming 'education.'

Question 4

The Latin root 'aqua' means which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Water

Answer

'Aqua' is the Latin root for water, found in words like 'aquarium' and 'aquatic.'

Question 5

What does the prefix 'pre-' mean in words like 'preview' and 'prepare'?

Accepted Answer

Before

Answer

The prefix 'pre-' means before, as seen in 'preview' (to see before the main event).

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