What does the suffix -ous mean?
-ous suffix

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The suffix -ous means 'full of'.
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Provide an example of a word that uses the suffix -ous.
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An example of a word that uses the suffix -ous is 'glorious'.
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What is the correct spelling of the word that means full of glory?
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The correct spelling is 'glorious'.
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Which word can take the suffix -ous?
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The word 'poison' can take the suffix -ous, forming 'poisonous'.
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What is the meaning of the word 'mysterious'?
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The word 'mysterious' means hard to explain.
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What type of words typically use the suffix -ous?
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Adjectives typically use the suffix -ous.
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Can the suffix -ous be added to any noun?
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No, the suffix -ous can only be added to certain nouns that can describe a quality.
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