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Improper Prefixes 13

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Submitted By:cnmne
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The following definitions are for words that appear to have prefixes that lead to those improper definitions. The pronunciation for the "incorrect definition" may be different ("co ward" instead of "coward"). Example: to put something back together before it is broken = prefix (pre fix).

1) to apply electrical power again
2) the pace of an animal prior to an easy-bounding gait
3) below a person's way of standing
4) part of a person's liking or inclination

Answer:

1) revolt (re volt)
2) antelope (ante lope)
3) substance (sub stance)
4) infancy (in fancy)

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