Suffixes

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What is a suffix?

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A suffix is a small group of letters that goes behind a base word.

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What does the suffix -ment do to a base word?

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It turns the word into a noun.

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Give an example of a base word that changes when -ment is added.

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judge becomes judgment (drop the e).

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What is the meaning of the word 'adjustment'?

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An adjustment is a change made to improve something.

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What is the meaning of the word 'enchantment'?

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Enchantment refers to a magical spell or charm.

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What happens to the base word 'achieve' when you add the suffix -ment?

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It becomes 'achievement', which is a noun.

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What does the suffix -ful mean?

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The suffix -ful means 'full of' or 'having the quality of'.

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What is the meaning of the word 'beautiful'?

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Beautiful means full of beauty; pleasing to the senses.

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What does the suffix -less mean?

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The suffix -less means 'without'.

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What is the meaning of the word 'hopeless'?

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Hopeless means without hope; feeling despair.