Suffixes and Prefixes Flashcard

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What is a suffix?

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A suffix is a word part added at the end of a root word to change its meaning.

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What is a prefix?

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A prefix is a word part added at the beginning of a root word to change its meaning.

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What does the prefix 'un-' mean?

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The prefix 'un-' means 'not'.

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What does the suffix '-est' indicate?

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The suffix '-est' indicates the highest degree of an adjective.

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What does the suffix '-er' indicate?

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The suffix '-er' indicates a person or thing that performs an action.

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What does the word 'disagree' mean?

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To disagree means to have a different opinion or not agree.

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What does the word 'unseen' mean?

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The word 'unseen' means not able to be seen.

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What is the root word in 'happiness'?

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The root word in 'happiness' is 'happy'.

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What does the suffix '-ness' indicate?

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The suffix '-ness' indicates a state or quality.

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What is the difference between 'quicker' and 'quickest'?

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'Quicker' is a comparative form, while 'quickest' is a superlative form.