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the prefix dys- means \___.\
bad; inadequate
before; in front of
abnormal; difficult; painful
below; underneath
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The prefix "dys-" originates from Greek, and its core meaning refers to something that is abnormal, difficult, or causes pain. Examples include "dysfunction" (abnormal function) and "dysmenorrhea" (painful menstruation). The option "bad; inadequate" is a partial match but less precise, while the other options refer to different prefixes (e.g., "pre-" for before, "hypo-" for below).
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abnormal; difficult; painful