ISEE Lower Level Verbal Reasoning Flashcards: Word Parts And Roots

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This deck focuses on Word Parts And Roots, giving you a quick way to review the definitions, rules, and examples that matter most for ISEE Lower Level Verbal Reasoning.

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Flashcard 1: What does the prefix "dis-" mean in the word "disagree"?

Answer: Not; opposite of. The prefix 'dis-' negates or reverses the base word, as in disagreeing which opposes agreement.

Flashcard 2: What does the suffix "-ist" mean in the word "artist"?

Answer: A person who practices or is skilled in. The suffix '-ist' designates a practitioner or expert in a field, as in an artist skilled in creative expression.

Flashcard 3: What does the prefix "super-" mean in the word "superhuman"?

Answer: Above; beyond. The prefix 'super-' implies superiority or excess beyond normal, as in superhuman strength exceeding human limits.

Flashcard 4: What does the root "geo" mean in the word "geography"?

Answer: Earth. The root 'geo' refers to the planet or its features, making geography the study of Earth's landscapes.

Flashcard 5: What does the prefix "pre-" mean in the word "preview"?

Answer: Before. The prefix 'pre-' indicates an action occurring prior to the main event, as seen in preview meaning to view something beforehand.

Flashcard 6: What does the suffix "-ful" mean in the word "helpful"?

Answer: Full of. The suffix '-ful' implies abundance or possession of a quality, as in helpful being full of assistance.

Flashcard 7: What does the prefix "trans-" mean in the word "transport"?

Answer: Across; through. The prefix 'trans-' denotes movement from one place to another, as in transporting goods across distances.

Flashcard 8: What does the root "spect" mean in the word "inspect"?

Answer: Look; see. The root 'spect' involves observation or examination, as in inspecting which means to look closely.

Flashcard 9: What does the prefix "sub-" mean in the word "submarine"?

Answer: Under; below. The prefix 'sub-' indicates a position beneath or lower than, as in a submarine operating under water.

Flashcard 10: What does the prefix "un-" mean in the word "unfair"?

Answer: Not; opposite of. The prefix 'un-' reverses the meaning of the base word, making unfair the opposite of fair.

Flashcard 11: What does the prefix "re-" mean in the word "rewrite"?

Answer: Again. The prefix 're-' denotes repetition of an action, as in rewriting something that was previously written.

Flashcard 12: What does the prefix "inter-" mean in the word "international"?

Answer: Between; among. The prefix 'inter-' suggests involvement between multiple entities, as in international relations among nations.

Flashcard 13: What does the suffix "-ology" mean in the word "geology"?

Answer: Study of. The suffix '-ology' refers to a field of scientific study, as in geology which examines Earth's structure.

Flashcard 14: What does the root "dict" mean in the word "predict"?

Answer: Say; speak. The root 'dict' involves verbal expression or declaration, as in predicting which foretells future events.

Flashcard 15: What does the suffix "-able" mean in the word "readable"?

Answer: Capable of; able to be. The suffix '-able' indicates possibility or suitability, as in readable meaning able to be read easily.

Flashcard 16: What does the root "bio" mean in the word "biology"?

Answer: Life. The root 'bio' pertains to living organisms, forming biology as the study of life.

Flashcard 17: What does the root "tract" mean in the word "attract"?

Answer: Pull; draw. The root 'tract' denotes pulling towards something, as in attracting which draws objects or attention.

Flashcard 18: What does the root "port" mean in the word "import"?

Answer: Carry. The root 'port' signifies transportation or conveyance, as in importing goods carried into a country.

Flashcard 19: What does the suffix "-less" mean in the word "careless"?

Answer: Without. The suffix '-less' denotes absence or lack, as in careless meaning without care or attention.

Flashcard 20: What does the root "tele" mean in the word "telescope"?

Answer: Far; distant. The root 'tele' implies distance or remoteness, enabling a telescope to see faraway objects.

Flashcard 21: What does the root "aqua" mean in the word "aquarium"?

Answer: Water. The root 'aqua' relates to liquid environments, as in an aquarium which is a water-filled container for aquatic life.

Flashcard 22: What does the prefix "anti-" mean in the word "antibacterial"?

Answer: Against; opposing. The prefix 'anti-' expresses opposition or resistance, as in antibacterial agents fighting against bacteria.

Flashcard 23: What does the root "cred" mean in the word "credible"?

Answer: Believe. The root 'cred' relates to trustworthiness or faith, making credible something believable.

Flashcard 24: What does the prefix "mis-" mean in the word "misjudge"?

Answer: Wrongly; badly. The prefix 'mis-' implies an error or incorrect action, as in misjudging a situation wrongly.

Flashcard 25: What does the root "scrib/script" mean in the word "manuscript"?

Answer: Write; writing. The root 'scrib/script' relates to recording information, as in a manuscript being a handwritten document.