Suffixes

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What is a suffix?

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A suffix is a group of letters added to the end of a word to change its meaning.

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What does the suffix '-less' mean?

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The suffix '-less' means 'without.' For example, 'hopeless' means 'without hope.'

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What does the suffix '-ful' mean?

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The suffix '-ful' means 'full of.' For example, 'joyful' means 'full of joy.'

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What does the word 'fearless' mean?

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Fearless means 'without fear.'

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What does the word 'colorful' mean?

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Colorful means 'full of color.'

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What does the word 'peaceful' mean?

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Peaceful means 'full of peace.'

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What does the word 'homeless' mean?

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Homeless means 'without a home.'

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What is the meaning of the suffix '-er'?

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The suffix '-er' is used to indicate a person who performs an action, like 'teacher' (one who teaches).

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What does the suffix '-ing' indicate?

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The suffix '-ing' indicates an ongoing action, like 'running' (the action of running).

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What does the suffix '-ed' indicate?

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The suffix '-ed' indicates a completed action, like 'jumped' (the action of jumping is finished).