Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

ge

Prefix
/ɡeɪ/
Definition
A prefix used in various contexts, often indicating a form of intensification or relating to something that is in a certain condition.
Examples
  • Geothermal: relating to the internal heat of the Earth.
  • Geology: the study of the Earth, its structure, and processes.
  • Generator: a machine that converts mechanical energy into electrical energy.
Meaning
The term ‘ge’ is often used as a prefix in the formation of words, lending connotations of completeness or transformation.
Synonyms
  • None (as a prefix, it does not have direct synonyms).