English Language Arts
Grade 8
15 min
Words with un-, dis-, in-, im-, and non-
Words with un-, dis-, in-, im-, and non-
What you'll learn
- Identify at least 8 out of 10 words correctly that contain the prefixes un-, dis-, in-, im-, or non- from a given list.
- Explain how the prefixes un-, dis-, in-, im-, and non- change the meaning of a base word in at least 3 out of 4 examples.
- Apply the knowledge of prefixes un-, dis-, in-, im-, and non- to correctly form at least 4 new words by adding a prefix to a given base word.
- Analyze the meaning of a sentence and determine the meaning of a word with a prefix (un-, dis-, in-, im-, or non-) in at least 3 out of 4 sentences.
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Introduction & Learning Objectives
Learning Objectives
Identify the prefixes un-, dis-, in-, im-, and non- in various words.
Determine the meaning of words containing un-, dis-, in-, im-, and non- by analyzing their root words.
Explain how these prefixes change the meaning of a root word, often creating an antonym.
Correctly apply un-, dis-, in-, im-, and non- to root words to form new words with opposite meanings.
Use context clues to infer the meaning of unfamiliar words containing these prefixes.
Effectively incorporate words with these prefixes into their argumentative essays to convey precise meaning.
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In this lesson, you'll explore the common prefixes un-, dis-, in-, im-,...
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Key Concepts & Vocabulary
TermDefinitionExample
PrefixA group of letters added to the beginning of a word to change its meaning.In 'unhappy,' 'un-' is the prefix.
Root Word (or Base Word)The main part of a word that carries its primary meaning, to which prefixes and suffixes can be added.In 'unhappy,' 'happy' is the root word.
Negative PrefixesPrefixes that typically reverse or negate the meaning of the root word, often making it mean 'not' or 'the opposite of.''un-' in 'untrue' means 'not true.'
AntonymA word that means the opposite of another word.'Happy' is an antonym of 'unhappy.'
Context CluesHints that an author gives to help define a difficult or unusual word within a sentence or paragraph.The *nonc...
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Key Rules & Conventions
The 'Not' or 'Opposite' Rule
Prefixes un-, dis-, in-, im-, and non- generally mean 'not,' 'the opposite of,' or 'lack of.'
When you encounter one of these prefixes, anticipate that the word's meaning will be the inverse or negation of its root word. This is crucial for understanding the author's intent and for critical analysis.
Context is King Rule
Always use surrounding sentences and paragraphs (context clues) to confirm the meaning of a word with a prefix, especially if the root word is unfamiliar.
While prefixes provide a strong hint, the full meaning of a word, particularly nuanced ones, is often revealed by how it's used in a sentence. This is vital for accurate comprehension and analysis in Grade 8....
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Easy
According to the 'Not' or 'Opposite' Rule, what is the primary function of the prefixes un-, dis-, in-, im-, and non-?
A.To indicate a future action
B.To negate or reverse the meaning of the root word
C.To intensify the meaning of the root word
D.To change a word from a noun to a verb
Easy
In the word 'disagreement,' what is the root word?
A.dis
B.agree
C.ment
D.agreement
Easy
Which of the following words uses a prefix to mean 'not capable'?
A.incapable
B.uncapable
C.discapable
D.noncapable
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