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Study the word list: Words beginning with the prefix in-

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.

inconsiderate It was inconsiderate not to offer a piece to everyone.
incorrect The phone number I tried was incorrect.
independent We are all trying to become independent learners.
indefinitely I will be staying in Singapore indefinitely.
incredible The special effects are incredible.
incompatible The couple were incompatible.
inability My inability to dance often puts me in embarrassing situations!

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inconsiderate
incorrect
independent
indefinitely
incredible
incompatible
inability

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