Suffixs -ness and -ment

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

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The suffix '-ness' indicates a state or quality of being, such as in 'happiness' (the state of being happy).

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

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The suffix '-ment' indicates the result or process of an action, such as in 'enjoyment' (the result of enjoying).

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What is the meaning of 'cleverness'?

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Cleverness refers to the state of being intelligent, bright, or imaginative.

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What is the meaning of 'wilderness'?

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Wilderness refers to a natural area that is untamed and untouched by humans.

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What is the meaning of 'settlement'?

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Settlement refers to the result of settling something, such as an agreement or resolution.

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What is the meaning of 'improvement'?

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Improvement refers to the result of making something better.

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What is the meaning of 'fairness'?

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Fairness refers to the quality of being just, equitable, and impartial.

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Give an example of a word that uses the suffix '-ness'.

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Happiness is an example, meaning the state of being happy.

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

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Achievement is an example, meaning the result of achieving something.

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What is the difference between '-ness' and '-ment'?

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'-ness' indicates a state or quality, while '-ment' indicates a result or process.