Prefix and Suffix

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What is a prefix?

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A prefix is a group of letters added to the beginning of a word to change its meaning.

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What is a suffix?

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

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What does the prefix 'dis-' mean?

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The prefix 'dis-' typically means 'not' or 'opposite of'.

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What does the suffix '-ing' indicate in a verb?

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The suffix '-ing' indicates the present participle form of a verb, often showing ongoing action.

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What is the meaning of the word 'agreement'?

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An agreement is a mutual understanding or arrangement between two or more parties.

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What does the suffix '-s' or '-es' indicate when added to a noun?

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The suffix '-s' or '-es' indicates the plural form of a noun.

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What is the meaning of the word 'unsure'?

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Unsure means not certain or having doubts.

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What does the term 'continuous tense' refer to?

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Continuous tense refers to a verb tense that indicates an ongoing action, often formed with 'am/is/are' + verb-ing.

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What is the meaning of the word 'nonsense'?

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Nonsense refers to something that does not make sense or is meaningless.

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How does adding a prefix change a word?

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Adding a prefix changes the meaning of the original word, often negating it or altering its context.