Suffixes

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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 suffix '-ful' mean?

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The suffix '-ful' means 'full of' or 'having the qualities of.' For example, 'joyful' means full of joy.

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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 word 'careful' mean?

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The word 'careful' means full of care or being cautious.

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What does the word 'beautiful' mean?

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The word 'beautiful' means full of beauty.

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What does the word 'powerless' mean?

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The word 'powerless' means without power.

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What does the word 'homeless' mean?

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The word 'homeless' means without a home.

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What does the word 'colorful' mean?

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The word 'colorful' means full of color.

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Can you give an example of a word with the suffix '-ful'?

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An example is 'thoughtful,' which means full of thoughts.

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Can you give an example of a word with the suffix '-less'?

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An example is 'fearless,' which means without fear.