Suffixes

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What does the suffix '-ous' mean?

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possessing the qualities of

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What does the suffix '-ment' indicate?

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action of process

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What does the suffix '-tion' signify?

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act, process

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What does the suffix '-ity' represent?

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state of

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What does the suffix '-est' imply?

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comparative

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What is a suffix?

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

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Give an example of a word with the suffix '-ous'.

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joyous (full of joy)

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Give an example of a word with the suffix '-ment'.

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enjoyment (the action of enjoying)

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Give an example of a word with the suffix '-tion'.

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celebration (the act of celebrating)

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Give an example of a word with the suffix '-ity'.

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activity (the state of being active)