Rule: The prefix dis adds "take away", "not" or "deprive of" to the meaning of a word. Dis suggests a change;
for example, to disrobe means to take off clothes.
Directions: Identify the word that ends with dis- in each sentence and write it on the line.
Most product lines consist of several products , often distinguished by brand names,
Directions: Fill in the blanks below, just as in the models.
1) disconnect ____________ ___________________
2) disassemble dis + assemble First we have to disassemble your engine, then we can see what's wrong.
3) discourage ____________ ______________________
4) dislike ____________ ________________________
5) dishonest dis + honest If you lie, you are being dishonest.
6) disservice ____________ ____________________
Answers & Comments
Now let us disconnect the platinum plates from the battery
discourage dis+courage
Such expansion of the research base would discourage brain drain.
dislike dis+like
I have a strong dislike for olives and I wouldn't eat them even if I were paid to.
disservice dis+service
I feel like I'm doing you a disservice.