What does the prefix hyper- mean?

• A. In front of
• B. Earth
• C. Above, over
• D. Not

Answer: (C)

Hyper- means above, over, or beyond. It’s used to show something is at a higher level or more than normal. That’s why words like hyperactive or hypertension convey excess or greater intensity. In this question, the meaning that fits best is “Above, over” because hyper- signals going beyond what’s typical. The other options don’t fit the idea of elevation or excess: “in front of” would relate to pre- or ante-, “Earth” would be geo-, and “Not” would be non- or un-, which don’t capture the sense of being above or beyond.