Suffixes

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What is a suffix?

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

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Which suffix means 'someone who performs an action'?

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-er

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What does the suffix '-ist' indicate?

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It indicates someone who specializes in or practices a certain field, like 'artist' or 'scientist'.

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What does the suffix '-ful' mean?

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It means 'full of', as in 'joyful' (full of joy).

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What does the suffix '-less' mean?

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It means 'without', as in 'hopeless' (without hope).

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What does the suffix '-ness' indicate?

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It indicates 'the state or quality of', as in 'happiness' (the state of being happy).

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What does the suffix '-ment' signify?

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It signifies 'the action or result of', as in 'enjoyment' (the result of enjoying).

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What does the word 'colorful' mean?

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It means 'full of color'.

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What does the word 'peaceful' mean?

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It means 'full of peace'.

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Where does a suffix go in a word?

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At the end of a word.