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Greek · prefix

hyper-

over, above; excessive

Forms

  • hyper-

Origin

Reconstructed Proto-Indo-European *uper, ‘over; above.’

Note

Above a normal level becomes excessive; this is the spatial sense applied to degree.

Words sharing this root

hypeExcited promotion that exaggerates something's appeal.hyperboleDeliberate exaggeration for emphasis or effect.