Prefixes hold the key to unlocking new meanings and expanding our vocabulary. Look at the words in this list. They all begin with the prefix in-.
Derived from Latin, the prefix in- means not and is used to undo a base word.
Looking at base words can help you grasp the meanings of words beginning in the prefix in-.
Let’s look at some examples:
1. in- + considerate = not considerate
2. in- + correct = not correct
3. in- + compatible = not compatible
Sometimes the base word is less easy to identify so use the spelling activities to learn the in- word in this list.
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inconsiderate |
It was inconsiderate not to offer a piece to everyone.
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incorrect |
The phone number I tried was incorrect.
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independent |
We are all trying to become independent learners.
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indefinitely |
I will be staying in Singapore indefinitely.
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incredible |
The special effects are incredible.
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incompatible |
The couple were incompatible.
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inability |
My inability to dance often puts me in embarrassing situations!
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Learn this spelling list using the 'Look, Say, Cover, Write, Check' activity.
How to use:
Look and read the word.
Say the word. Click the speaker icon.
Cover the word.
Write the word.
Check your spelling.
Spelling games using the word list: Words beginning with the prefix in-
Springtime Spelling
Spring into spelling!
Egg Hunt
Crack the eggs!
Word Search, small
The classic English word game.
Against the Clock
Spelling 'against the clock'.
Mayan Temple
Try the temple spelling puzzle.
Monkey Business
It's bananas!
Test yourself using the 'Listen and Spell' spelling test.
Print worksheets and activities: Words beginning with the prefix in-
Handwriting worksheets: Words beginning with the prefix in-
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