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What is an affix?

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An affix is 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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A prefix is an affix placed before a root word to modify its meaning.

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What is a suffix?

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A suffix is an affix added to the end of a root word to change its meaning.

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What is a root word?

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A root word is the main part of a word that gives it meaning, without any prefixes or suffixes.

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What does the prefix 'un-' mean?

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The prefix 'un-' means 'not' or 'opposite of'.

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What does the suffix '-ful' mean?

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The suffix '-ful' means 'full of' or 'having the qualities of'.

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What does the suffix '-less' mean?

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The suffix '-less' means 'without'.

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What does the prefix 're-' mean?

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The prefix 're-' means 'again' or 'back'.

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What is the base word in 'happiness'?

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The base word is 'happy'.

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What is the base word in 'unhappiness'?

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The base word is 'happy'.