What method I should follow when combining prefix and word? I am especially interested in the word "mis-modeling/mismodeling". Some authors use the 1st form and some use the 2nd form.
I am aware of the closed question which refers to the related grammar. If I understand the text well, the form "mis-modeling" should be used (section 'Hyphens joining prefixes to other words'). However, the fact that I found both forms in proof-read articles confuses me. So I would like to ask:
- Is there any preferred form or both forms are possible?
- Is "mis-modeling/mismodeling" an English word at all?
Best Answer
If possible, avoid hyphen with prefix (except for self- and post-). However, if the word looks too clumsy, to avoid ambiguity, we use hyphen.
Having said, in your case, I'd prefer mismodeling. Also, prefix with mis generally does not take hyphen.
Please note that in some cases, you must use hyphen with prefix as in with proper noun (ex-president)
Very good information here that shows other examples and rules.