Vocabulary Strategy Prefixes and Vocabulary Words

Vocabulary terms, definitions, and prefix strategies from the reading worksheet.

prefix

A word part that is added to the beginning of a word to change the meaning of the word

un-

not

re-

again

dis-

opposite of

camouflaged

hidden by looking like its surroundings

dribble

to flow or let flow in small drops

extraordinary

very unusual or remarkable

poisonous

harms or kills by chemical action

pounce

to leap or spring suddenly in attack

predator

an animal that lives by hunting other animals for food

prey

an animal that is hunted by another animal

vibrations

rapid motions back and forth or up and down