Roots and Affixes Flashcardizz

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What is a root word?

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The main part of a word that gives it meaning, to which affixes can be added.

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What does the prefix 'pre-' mean?

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It means 'before' or 'earlier than'.

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What does the suffix '-ly' indicate?

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It means 'in a certain way' or 'how something is done'.

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What is an affix?

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A letter or group of letters added to the beginning or end of a root word to change its meaning.

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What is a prefix?

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An affix placed at the beginning of a word to modify its meaning.

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What is a suffix?

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An affix added to the end of a word to change its meaning or grammatical function.

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What does the word 'displease' mean?

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To make someone unhappy or angry.

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What is the base word in 'cheerfully'?

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The base word is 'cheer'.

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What does 'safely' mean in the context of an action?

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It means to do something in a careful way.

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What does the prefix 'non-' mean?

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It means 'not' or 'without'.