Prefix and Suffix

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What is a suffix?

Back

A word part that is added to the end of the base word to change its meaning.

Front

What does the suffix 'ly' do for an adjective?

Back

Changes it into an adverb (describes the verb).

Front

What is a prefix?

Back

A word part that is added to the beginning of the base word to change its meaning.

Front

What does the base word 'un' mean?

Back

'not'.

Front

What is the base word in 'happiness'?

Back

The base word is 'happy'.

Front

What does the suffix 'ness' do for an adjective?

Back

Changes it into a noun (a state or quality).

Front

What is the difference between a prefix and a suffix?

Back

A prefix is added to the beginning of a word, while a suffix is added to the end.

Front

Give an example of a word with a suffix.

Back

'Quickly' (the suffix is 'ly').

Front

What does the suffix 'ed' indicate?

Back

It indicates the past tense of a verb.

Front

What is the base word in 'unhappiness'?

Back

The base word is 'happy'.