A Chameleon Prefix changes its spelling to match the first letter of the root word.
These prefixes are organized into 8 families. Family Prefixes or Chameleon Prefixes, can change their spelling depending on the first letter of the root word, a making it easier to pronounce.
As a chameleon changes its colors to match its surroundings, these prefixes adjust their spelling to match the root word.
(ad, con, dis, ex, in, ob, sub, syn)