Suffix -ic, ive, -ism

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What does the suffix '-ic' mean?

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The suffix '-ic' is used to form adjectives meaning 'pertaining to' or 'having the characteristics of.' For example, 'heroic' means 'pertaining to a hero.'

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What does the suffix '-ive' indicate?

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The suffix '-ive' is used to form adjectives that describe a tendency or quality. For example, 'creative' means 'having the quality of creating.'

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What does the suffix '-ism' signify?

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The suffix '-ism' is used to form nouns that refer to a practice, system, or philosophy. For example, 'tourism' refers to the practice of traveling for pleasure.

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Give an example of a word with the suffix '-ic' and its meaning.

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'Heroic' - meaning 'pertaining to a hero or heroic deeds.'

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Give an example of a word with the suffix '-ive' and its meaning.

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'Exclusive' - meaning 'limited to a particular group or not shared with others.'

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Give an example of a word with the suffix '-ism' and its meaning.

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'Favoritism' - meaning 'the practice of giving unfair preferential treatment to one person or group at the expense of another.'

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What is the meaning of 'expensive'?

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'Expensive' means 'costing a lot of money.' It is formed with the suffix '-ive.'

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What is the meaning of 'tourism'?

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'Tourism' refers to the business or activity of providing services for people traveling for pleasure.

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What does 'heroic' describe?

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'Heroic' describes actions that are brave or noble, often associated with heroes.

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What does 'exclusive' imply about membership?

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'Exclusive' implies that the membership is limited to a select group and not available to everyone.