Spelling it Rightprefix 4
Remember: knowing about prefixes is very useful in
understanding and spelling some words - especially long
words. Getting used to handling prefixes will boost
your spelling confidence.
List of exercises
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Some practice using prefixesBefore you start this exercise,
look back at prefix3 to
remind yourself of the patterns concerning prefixes in-, im-, il-,
ir-.
Now write the negative versions of the following
words by adding in-, im-, il-, or ir- to the base
words.
| Base word |
Negative form |
Base word |
Negative form |
| polite |
|
audible |
|
| human |
|
reversible |
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| visible |
|
patient |
|
| regular |
|
eligible |
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| competent |
|
resistible |
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| possible |
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logical |
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