Prefixes and Suffixes

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What does the prefix 'un-' mean?

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The prefix 'un-' means 'not' or 'opposite of'. For example, 'unhappy' means 'not happy'.

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What does the suffix '-able' indicate in a word?

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The suffix '-able' indicates that something can be done. For example, 'readable' means 'able to be read'.

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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.

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What does the word 'fearless' mean?

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The word 'fearless' means 'brave or not afraid'.

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What does the word 'unbelievable' mean?

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The word 'unbelievable' means 'not believable'.

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What is the base word in 'unforgettable'?

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The base word in 'unforgettable' is 'forget'.

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What does the suffix '-less' mean?

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The suffix '-less' means 'without'. For example, 'hopeless' means 'without hope'.

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What does the prefix 're-' mean?

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The prefix 're-' means 'again' or 'back'. For example, 'redo' means 'do again'.

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What does the word 'changeable' mean?

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The word 'changeable' means 'can be changed'.