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ISEE Upper Level Verbal Reasoning Flashcards: Word Parts And Roots

Study Word Parts And Roots in ISEE Upper Level Verbal Reasoning with focused flashcards that help you recognize the idea, recall the key rule, and apply it in practice-style prompts.

QUESTION

What does the prefix "mal-" most nearly mean in English words?

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ANSWER

Bad; poorly. Originating from Latin 'malus,' this prefix conveys negativity or poor quality in terms like malice and malfunction.

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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 Upper Level Verbal Reasoning.

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The word 'perspicacious' contains the Latin root 'spic/spec,' meaning 'to see or look,' and the prefix 'per-,' meaning 'through.' Based on these word parts, which definition best captures the meaning of 'perspicacious'?
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