What is the Latin root mis mean?

The Latin root "mis" means "wrong", "bad", "ill", or "not". It often gives words a negative connotation, indicating an error, deficiency, or lack of something.

Here are some examples of words with the root "mis":

* Misunderstand: to understand incorrectly

* Misinterpret: to interpret incorrectly

* Misconduct: improper behavior

* Mishap: an unfortunate accident

* Misfortune: bad luck

* Misanthrope: someone who dislikes humanity

* Misogyny: hatred or prejudice against women

* Missile: a projectile weapon (literally "something that is thrown badly")

The root "mis" is often used in combination with other words to create new words with negative meanings.