Words With The Prefix AN

Words With The Prefix AN

Words with the prefix AN simply means without something, or absence of. In this video, 6 words are analyzed, each with a picture and sentence example.

The picture is a memory aid and will help you to make an association with the word. Understanding the prefix AN can unlock the meaning of numerous words in English. Look for words that begin with AN and see your vocabulary grow.

Here is a transcript of the video, Words With the Prefix AN:

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The prefix AN means: not, absence of
Words that start with AN include:
• anonymous
• anomaly
• anecdote
• anemia
• anaesthetic
• anopia

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ANONYMOUS
Definition: without a name; an absence of outstanding or unusual features

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Sentence example: The police were tipped off* by an anonymous caller.
Note: ‘Tip off’ is a phrasal verb meaning to give someone warning or secret information about something

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ANOMALY
Definition: something that deviates from what is standard; not regular

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Sentence example: It’s no longer an anomaly to see women in the armed forces.

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ANECDOTE
Definition: a short account of an interesting incident; particulars of history or biography not generally known

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Sentence example: The best man included a number of amusing anecdotes about the bridegroom in his speech.

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ANEMIC
Definition: a condition marked by a deficiency or absence of red blood cells; lacking in colour or vitality

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Sentence example: As she put the chips on the table, she apologized for their rather anemic appearance.

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ANOPIA
Definition: absence of an eye; defective vision

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Sentence example: He doesn’t suffer from anopia; he just wants to look like his dog!

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ANAESTHETIC
Definition: an agent that produces an absence of feeling and loss of sensation

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Sentence example: It will take some time for the anaesthetic to wear off.

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Remember, the prefix AN means “not, or absence of”

Now you know these examples of words with the prefix AN, see how many more you can add to the list.

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