Verb Prefixes - de and re


A prefix is a group of letters added before a word to alter its meaning. The prefix 'de' is used to reverse the verb's actions. It can also mean 'down' such as in the words decrease or decline. The prefix 're' means to do again. This English resource asks students to choose the correct word to complete the sentence.

 

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For more prefix worksheets, check out this resource on the prefixes dis and mis.