Suffix -ist Flashcard

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What is a manicurist?

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A manicurist is a specialist who takes care of fingernails.

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What does it mean to be an optimist?

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An optimist is someone who always looks on the bright side and has positive thoughts.

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What does it mean to be a pessimist?

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A pessimist is someone who tends to see the negative side of things and often worries.

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What is an artist?

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An artist is a person who creates art, such as paintings, sculptures, or pottery.

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What happens if you talk like a pessimist?

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If you talk like a pessimist, you might not have many friends because you focus on the negative.

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What is a specialist?

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A specialist is someone who is very knowledgeable and skilled in a specific area or profession.

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What is the opposite of an optimist?

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The opposite of an optimist is a pessimist.

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Can you name a profession that involves creating things from clay?

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A potter is a profession that involves creating things from clay.

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What is a finalist?

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A finalist is a person who has made it to the final round of a competition.

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What does it mean to have negative thoughts?

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Having negative thoughts means focusing on the bad or unfavorable aspects of a situation.