Basic Details
Word: Prefix
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A letter or group of letters added at the beginning of a word to change its meaning.
Synonyms: Preceding element, affix
Antonyms: Suffix
Idioms and Phrases
- Prefix of success: Refers to something that sets a foundation for achieving success. Example: "Hard work is the prefix of success; you must put in the effort to see results."
- As clear as a prefix: Used to describe something that is very easy to understand. Example: "The instructions were as clear as a prefix, making the task simple for everyone."
Usage Examples
Example 1: In the word "unhappy," "un-" is a prefix that means not.
Example 2: Adding the prefix "re-" to the word "write" creates the new word "rewrite."
Example 3: Knowing common prefixes helps you understand new words better!
Fun Fact
Did you know that prefixes can come from various languages? Some common prefixes in English, like "pre-" (meaning before), come from Latin or Greek origins, which shows how rich and diverse our language is!
Famous Quote
"Words are free. It's how you use them that may cost you." Kevin A. Reyes. This highlights how changing the beginnings of words with prefixes affects their meanings.
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "prefix" mean?
a) A word that ends with a certain letter
b) A letter added at the end of a word
c) A letter added at the beginning of a word
d) A words definition
Answer: c) A letter added at the beginning of a word
2. Which of these is a synonym of "prefix"?
a) Suffix
b) Preceding element
c) Word root
d) Noun
Answer: b) Preceding element
3. What is the opposite of "prefix"?
a) Noun
b) Suffix
c) Verb
d) Adjective
Answer: b) Suffix
4. Which sentence uses "prefix" correctly?
a) The prefix is at the end of the word.
b) I added a prefix to make the word stronger.
c) She put a prefix on her homework.
d) The prefix is a type of fruit.
Answer: b) I added a prefix to make the word stronger.
5. What does the idiom "prefix of success" refer to?
a) A beginning part of a word
b) Something that helps achieve success
c) A long word
d) A type of animal
Answer: b) Something that helps achieve success
