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Prefixes hold the power to transform the meaning of words.
The prefix sub- originates from Latin and conveys the idea of under, below, beneath, or less than." When added to the beginning of a word, sub- modifies its meaning, often implying a sense of lower rank, position, or degree.
Let's dissect a few common meanings associated with words containing the prefix sub- and delve into examples illustrating each meaning:
Submarine: A watercraft designed to operate below the surface of the water. The prefix sub- suggests its ability to travel beneath the water.
Subtract: To take away or deduct a quantity from another. The prefix sub- signifies the action of taking something away or reducing.
Subconscious: The mental processes occurring below the level of conscious awareness. The prefix sub- here refers to something hidden beneath consciousness.
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