Question

a. roots, prefixes, & suffixes
directions: write the meaning for each root or prefix on the line provided.

1. hypo-
2. logue
3. rupt
4. super-
5. sub-
6. hyper-
7. astr
8. metr
9. di-
10. therm

Explanation:

Each entry is a common Greek/Latin root or prefix with a standard, widely accepted meaning in English morphology.

1. hypo-: A prefix meaning under, below, or less than normal.
2. logue: A root meaning speech, word, or discourse.
3. rupt: A root meaning to break.
4. super-: A prefix meaning above, over, or beyond.
5. sub-: A prefix meaning under, below, or secondary.
6. hyper-: A prefix meaning over, above, or excessive.
7. astr: A root meaning star.
8. metr: A root meaning measure.
9. di-: A prefix meaning two, double, or apart.
10. therm: A root meaning heat.

Answer:

1. hypo-: under, below; less than normal
2. logue: speech, word, discourse
3. rupt: to break
4. super-: above, over, beyond
5. sub-: under, below; secondary
6. hyper-: over, above; excessive
7. astr: star
8. metr: measure
9. di-: two, double; apart
10. therm: heat