Suffixes: -ity, -tion, -ation, -ition

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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 base word to change its meaning.

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Where does a suffix appear in a base word?

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At the end.

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What does the suffix -ity mean?

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It means 'state of' or 'quality of'.

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What does the suffix -tion mean?

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It indicates the action or result of a verb.

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What does the suffix -ation mean?

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It is used to form nouns indicating an action or resulting state.

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What does the suffix -ition mean?

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It is used to form nouns indicating a state or condition.

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What is the suffix in the word 'ability'?

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-ity

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What is the suffix in the word 'inspiration'?

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-ation

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What is the suffix in the word 'integrity'?

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-ity

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Combine 'act' with the suffix -ion.

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action