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PREFIX

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Prefix.

How to pronounce prefix:

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Prefix - as a noun

An affix that is added in front of the word

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
affix
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Prefix - as a verb

Attach a prefix to

Example: "Prefixed words"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
suffix

Example Sentences

"In the word 'unhappiness', 'un-' is a prefix."
"The prefix 're-' is added to words to indicate repetition."
"She couldn't understand the meaning of the word because she didn't know the prefix."
"The prefix 'mis-' is used to show something is wrong or incorrect."
"The prefix 'pre-' means before or prior to."
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Word Game Points

Is PREFIX a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, prefix is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PREFIX has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.

Is PREFIX a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, prefix is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PREFIX has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is PREFIX a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, prefix is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PREFIX has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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