Suffixes

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What is a suffix?

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A suffix is a letter or group of letters added to the end of a word to change its meaning or grammatical function.

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What does the suffix '-less' indicate when added to a word?

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The suffix '-less' indicates 'without' or 'lacking'.

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What does the suffix '-ful' mean?

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The suffix '-ful' means 'full of' or 'characterized by'.

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What is the meaning of the suffix '-ment'?

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The suffix '-ment' indicates an action or process.

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Provide an example of a word that uses the suffix '-less'.

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The word 'hopeless' uses the suffix '-less' to mean 'without hope'.

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Provide an example of a word that uses the suffix '-ful'.

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The word 'joyful' uses the suffix '-ful' to mean 'full of joy'.

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What does the suffix '-ation' signify?

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The suffix '-ation' signifies the action or process of doing something.

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What is the effect of adding the suffix '-er' to a verb?

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Adding the suffix '-er' to a verb typically indicates a person or thing that performs the action of the verb.

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What does the suffix '-ity' indicate?

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The suffix '-ity' indicates a state or condition.

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How does the suffix '-ize' change a word?

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The suffix '-ize' converts a noun or adjective into a verb, indicating the action of making or becoming.