Root Words

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What is a root word?

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A root word is the basic part of a word that gives it meaning. It can stand alone or be combined with prefixes and suffixes.

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What does the root word 'frost' mean?

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The root word 'frost' refers to the thin layer of ice that forms when water freezes.

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What is the root word in 'defrosted'?

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frost

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What does the root word 'afford' mean?

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The root word 'afford' means to have enough money to pay for something.

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What is the root word in 'unaffordable'?

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afford

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What does the root word 'like' mean?

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The root word 'like' means to have a positive feeling towards something.

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What is the root word in 'unlikely'?

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like

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What does the root word 'pure' mean?

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The root word 'pure' means not mixed with anything else; clean.

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What is the root word in 'purify'?

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pure

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What does the root word 'cycle' mean?

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The root word 'cycle' refers to a series of events that repeat in the same order.