MTEL Communication Literacy Skills : Reading Practice Test

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What does the prefix "over-" signify in a term?

Not
Excessive
Beside
Same

The correct answer is: Excessive

The prefix "over-" signifies a sense of excessiveness or an amount that is greater than what is normal or needed. It indicates that something is done in excess or surpasses a certain limit. For example, in words like "overeat," it conveys the idea of eating more than what is necessary or healthy. This meaning captures the essence of "over-" as it modifies the root word to suggest an abundance or surplus. The other options represent different meanings that do not align with the concept of excess. "Not" refers to negation, while "beside" and "same" indicate position or equivalence, neither of which conveys the idea of surpassing a limit. Thus, the use of "over-" specifically expresses the notion of excess in various contexts.