Suffix -y, -less, and prefix -dis

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What does the suffix -y mean?

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The suffix -y is used to form adjectives indicating a characteristic or quality, such as 'smelly' meaning having a smell.

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What does the suffix -less mean?

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The suffix -less is used to form adjectives meaning 'without' something, such as 'hopeless' meaning without hope.

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What does the prefix -dis mean?

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The prefix -dis is used to indicate negation or reversal, such as 'disagree' meaning not to agree.

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Give an example of a word with the suffix -y.

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An example is 'thirsty', which means having a need for water.

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Give an example of a word with the suffix -less.

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

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Give an example of a word with the prefix -dis.

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An example is 'disconnect', which means to not connect.

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What does the word 'smelly' describe?

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It describes something that has a strong or unpleasant smell.

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What does the word 'hopeless' describe?

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It describes a feeling of having no hope.

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What does the word 'thirsty' describe?

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It describes a feeling of needing or wanting to drink.

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What does the word 'distrust' mean?

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It means to not trust someone or something.