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De- is almost always used before a verb, or a word formed from that verb, and

means to reverse the verbs action, as in dehydrate, deregulate, or detoxify. (It has
other meanings in addition to making a verb negative. For example, it means
'down' in decline, decrease, and depression.)
Dis- can be used with verbs, nouns, adjectives or adverbs. It also has other
meanings besides making words negative.
In-, non-, and un- are usually used for nouns, adjectives, or the adverbs formed
from them (though un- is also used for verbs.) They all mean not _____. (In- is the
negative prefix in Latin. non- means 'not' in Latin, and many words using it as a
prefix came into English via French. Un- comes from Old English.)
Mis- (often from Old English, or in some words from French) is used with verbs
(and adjectives and adverbs made from them), as well as nouns. It means bad,
wrong, or wrongly.
Non- usually means not, but also may mean lack of something.
Un- is the most common negative prefix in English. If in doubt, it's the best one to
try. Even many words originally from Latin roots are negated in English with 'un.'

Note that sometimes one prefix is used for an adjective, and different ones are used for
related nouns or verbs.
For example:
unable, inability, (to) disable;
unbalanced, imbalance, (to) unbalance;
unstable, instability, (to) destabilize.
To deactivate is to make something inactive.
Usually, however, the same prefix serves both adjective and noun: uncertain, uncertainty;
unwilling, unwillingness; unfriendly, unfriendliness, inadequate, inadequacy, disloyal,
disloyalty, etc.
Examples:
1. De-
Examples: deactivate, decode, decommission, decompose, deconstruct, decontaminate,
decrease, deflate, deform, demythologize, derail.
Note that the prefix de- in Latin (and in words that originate in Latin) has other, contrary
meanings as well as sometimes making words negative. (See List of Prefixes.) It is often
used as an intensifier, meaning completely (as in demand), as well as meaning from,
down, or away. When used with an English verb to make a new word, it works as a
negative. (Debug, defrost, devalue.)
2. Dis-
Examples: disaffected, disability, disagree, disagreement, disagreeable, disbelief,
disfigure, dishonorable, disinfect, disinherit, disintegrate, disloyal, displeased,
disproportionate, distasteful, distrust.
(Tasteful refers to something that shows good taste or judgment. Things which are
pleasant to the taste buds are tasty. Distasteful refers to tasks that are unpleasant. Foods
that lack flavor are tasteless. A lack of good taste in aesthetics can also be called
tasteless.)
3. In- (or il-, im-, or ir-)
In- often changes to 'il-' before l; 'im-' before b, m, or p; and 'ir-' before r. These
changes make it easier to pronounce.
Examples: illegal, illegible, illiterate, illogical, imbalance, immature, immaturity, impatient,
imperfect, impossible, imprecise, inability, inaccessible, inaccurate, inadequate,
inappropriate, incapable, incoherent, incompatible, incomplete, inconceivable,
inconsistent, incredible, indefinite, indiscretion, inevitable, infinite, inflexible, insecure,
insignificant, instability, insubordination, insufficient, invalid, invariably, invisible,
involuntary, irrational, irregular, irrelevant, irreparable, irresistible, irresponsible,
irreversible, etc.
Exceptions in which in- does not negate, but intensifies: Inflammable has the same
meaning as flammable-- something that burns easily. Their opposite is nonflammable. The
same is true for habitable and inhabitable (the negative is uninhabitable). Valuable and
invaluable also are synonyms except that invaluable is even stronger. It means
something is priceless: so valuable that a person would not want to give it up for any
amount of money.
4. Mis-
Examples: misconduct, misdemeanor, misdiagnose (to diagnose wrongly,, misinform,
misinterpret, mislead, misleading, misplace, misspell, mistake, mistaken, mistrust,
misunderstand.
Note that a misdiagnosed disease is diagnosed incorrectly, as compared to an
undiagnosed disease, which has not been diagnosed at all. Similarly, a misinformed
person has been given wrong information, while an uninformed person simply does not
know much about a subject.
5. Non-
Examples: nonconformist, nonentity, nonexistent, nonintervention, nonmetallic,
nonpartisan, nonresident, nonrestrictive, nonsense, nonstop, etc.
Some words can be negated either with non- or with another negative. In those
cases non- has a more neutral connotation. For example, nonstandard means not
according to the usual standard, but substandard is below the standard: not good.
Nonreligious means not religious, but irreligious means more actively opposed to religion.
6. Un-
Examples: unable, unacknowledged, unaffected (not affected at all; disaffected means
affected badly), unafraid, unaided, unaltered, unambiguous, unanticipated,
unapproachable, unassigned, unattainable, unavailable, unaware, unceasing, uncertain,
unclear, unconventional, uncooperative, uncoordinated, unenforced, unexposed,
unfocused, unfriendly (in this case -ly isnt for an adverb; friendly & unfriendly are
adjectives), unhelpful, uninformed, unknown, unmodified, unnatural, unpleasant,
unpredictable, unprofessional, unrealistic, unrefined, unresolved, unrestricted,
unscheduled, unstable, untouched, unwilling, unwise, etc.

dis honest Honrat, honest, sincer
dishonest Deshonest, poc honest
disorganized desorganitzat
dissatisfied insatisfet
dissimilar Different
unambitious Poc ambicis
uncomfortable Incmode, violent
unemployed Sense feina, aturat
unfriendly Antiptic
unkind Poc amable
unreliable Poc fiable, informal
untidy Desendreat, deixat
incompetent Incompetent
incorrect Incorrecte, equivocat
insensitive Insensible
intolerant Intolerant, intransigent
visible Visible
invisible Invisible
illegal Illegal
illegible Illegible
logical Lgic
illogical Illgic
impatient Impacient
impolite Mal educat, descorts
impossible Impossible
irrelevant Irrellevant
irresponsible Irresponsable

International Winter Camp in Switzerland
The Winter Experience
In a superb Swiss alpine setting, the children enjoy a well-balanced, happy and safe
holiday experience which introduces them to a variety of winter sports and exciting
outdoor activities. Ski and Snowboard instruction are combined with enriching programs
which allow campers to participate in a number of different activities including; swimming,
indoor rock-climbing, arts and crafts and a number of sports and games. At the same time,
the winter camp offers children the opportunity to learn or to improve their language skills
in English, French or German. Children who attend language classes are also encouraged
to develop their vocabulary and to use the new language skills they learn.
Teaching
Our team of international staff members are either professional educators, qualified and
skilled international and Swiss ski and snowboard instructors or experienced camp
counsellors. With up to 25 hours of on hill instruction per week, young people of all abilities
from beginner to expert skiers and snowboarders will have the opportunity to learn and to
develop their skills in racing, freestyle and free-ride as well as in other disciplines including
telemarking.
Our staff training program emphasizes the need for close supervision, safety and awareness
of the needs of each individual child.
Innovation
Whether it is on or off the hill our goal is to have our campers have fun and experience new
and exciting activities everyday! Our innovative daily language classes are taught by
professional teachers using the latest, brain-friendly learning strategies. We combine
outdoor education, excursions and special events days as a part of our program.
Sessions Include
Daily ski or snowboard instruction with qualified instructors
Professional coaches for race clinics
Instructor to camper ratio of 1:7 maximum
5 day lift pass in the Gstaad Ski Region
6 day full room and board in a ski in, ski out modern facility
Local transportation
Ski and Snowboard video analysis for special camps only
Great rates on full ski and snowboard rental
24/7 supervision by fully-qualified, professional staff members
Optional daily language instruction
A host of aprs-ski activities
End-of-week fondue party and disco
End-of-week ski race or special event
An opportunity of a lifetime!
Regular Day Schedule
Admission
Lovell Camps offers 14 one-week camp sessions from December to March, catering to
individual campers, school groups, youth groups and family groups.
We welcome boys and girls of all nationalities who are in good health and able to
participate fully in all winter camp activities. Lovell Camps offer camp sessions for a period
of one or more weeks. We warmly welcome children to have an experience of a lifetime,
in the world famous Gstaad Ski Region.
Please view our Winter Special Camps section for other offerings.
Weekend Program
Depending on the session Saturdays and Sundays are departure days for campers and
groups participating in one-week sessions. If individuals or groups sign up for more than one
session, then a full weekend program will be offered. Saturdays are usually more relaxed,
with morning ski instruction followed by an afternoon of shopping in nearby Gstaad,
followed by a supervised free swim and movie night.
Sundays are all-day excursions organized to give the children opportunities to see different
parts of Switzerland and learn about the alpine environment. These outings may include a
ski trip to a nearby ski resort or cultural excursions to notable Swiss cities, towns, castles or
museums.
Excursions
Special excursions can be arranged throughout the winter, including all-day ski excursions
as well as cultural trips to places such as Montreux, Interlaken or Bern. For the more
adventurous, overnights such as camping out in igloos or an overnight stay at one of the
fully-equipped Swiss Alpine Club huts can be organized.
SUMMER CAMP:
International Summer Camp in Switzerland
Since 1973 the John F. Kennedy Summer Camp, now known as Lovell International Camps
have been offering summer programs for children from around the world in the beautiful
alpine region of Gstaad, Switzerland.
The children enjoy a well-balanced, happy and safe holiday experience which introduces
them to a variety of sports, exciting outdoor activities and develops their language skills in
both English and French.
Most importantly, Lovell Camps helps children to build self confidence, make new and
lasting friendships, develop understanding and appreciation of different cultures and helps
to strengthen young individuals moral character.
We strive to create a special experience establishing memories which will last a lifetime.
Summer Camps Programs
Summer Language Camps
The summer camp offers children the opportunity to learn or to practise English and French.
Daily English lessons are combined with a total immersion program where the children are
constantly encouraged to develop their vocabulary and to use new skills.
Children already proficient in English have the opportunity to take daily French lessons and
although camp activities are conducted in English, campers taking French are
encouraged to practice their newly acquired language skills with other campers and
counsellors, while enjoying a wonderful holiday experience.
Summer Sports Camps and Activities
Lovell Camps offers swimming, hiking, outdoor education, cultural excursions, overnight
expeditions, special events days as part of its regular program. Older campers can expect
a more challenging program which include leadership activities, river rafting and high
ropes courses.
Each instructor is also responsible for his or her activity called interest groups. These vary
every summer depending on instructor qualifications, which allows for an interesting and
varied program. There are; however, core activities which campers can expect every year
such as, tennis, horse riding (2013), football, arts and crafts, mountain biking, rock climbing,
cooking and baking, sports and games and archery. Other activities may include,
photography, basketball, American football, musical theatre and fitness programs.
Award Winning Summer Camps
Lovell Camps have designed its program to create a continuous evolution of program and
skills which is important as each camper gets older. Campers can always expect new
challenges every year.
Campers will be recognized with certificates and badges for language, activities and
swimming at the end of camp award ceremony.
Summer Camps Excursions
An excursion is planned during each week of the summer. These excursions include all-day
mountain hikes as well as day trips to places such as Montreux, Interlaken or Bern in
Switzerland. During each session there are two overnight adventures - camping out in tents
and a two day hiking trip with an overnight stay at one of the fully-equipped Swiss Alpine
Club huts. These two outings are very popular with the children and always prove to be
highlights of the camp program.
Camps Weekend Program
Saturdays are more relaxed for the boarders who, after completing their morning chores,
have free time to play outdoors. They also receive their weekly pocket money to go
shopping in Saanen or Gstaad with the counsellors. There is a supervised free swim on
Saturday followed by movie night. Boarders will also have a special shopping trip to a
nearby city.
Sundays are all-day excursions organized to give the children opportunities to see different
parts of Switzerland and learn about the alpine environment. These outings have included
visits to the Diablerets Glacier, the castle at Gruyeres and many of the local mountains,
as well as trips to the zoo, the lake of Neuchatel, or the Olypmic Museum in Lausanne.
Camps Special Events Day
Each camp session has a number of specially organized events such as; camp fires, pool
parties, trips to the Aqua Parc, end-of-session disco. Camp sessions always end with a
"Special Events Day" in which the children participate in various swimming and field events.
Following a special barbecue, the campers are presented with awards and are
recognized for their achievements in swimming, language, interest groups, camping and
hiking.

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