L25 Spelling Test Suffixes -less and -ness

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What does the suffix '-less' mean?

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The suffix '-less' means 'without' or 'lacking'. For example, 'careless' means 'without care'.

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What does the suffix '-ness' mean?

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The suffix '-ness' is used to form nouns indicating a state or condition. For example, 'happiness' means the state of being happy.

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What is an example of a word with the suffix '-less'?

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An example is 'hopeless', which means 'without hope'.

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What is an example of a word with the suffix '-ness'?

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An example is 'darkness', which means the state of being dark.

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What is the meaning of 'eagerness'?

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Eagerness means a strong desire or enthusiasm to do something.

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What is the meaning of 'goodness'?

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Goodness refers to the quality of being good or virtuous.

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What is the meaning of 'darkness'?

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Darkness is the absence of light.

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What is the meaning of 'softness'?

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Softness refers to the quality of being soft or not hard.

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What does 'careless' mean?

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Careless means not paying attention or being negligent.

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How can you use 'eagerness' in a sentence?

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The audience waited with eagerness for the curtain to rise.