Word Suffixes and Their Meanings

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dom

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Refers to a state, condition, domain, or realm. Examples: Kingdom (realm ruled by a king), Freedom (state of being free), Wisdom (state of being wise)

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ity

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Indicates a quality, state, or condition. Examples: Reality (state of being real), Ability (quality of being able), Simplicity (state of being simple)

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ment

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Refers to the action, process, or result of something. Examples: Development (process of developing), Enjoyment (state of enjoying something), Agreement (result of agreeing)

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ness

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Indicates a state, condition, or quality. Examples: Happiness (state of being happy), Kindness (quality of being kind), Darkness (condition of being dark)

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ship

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Refers to a state, condition, or quality, often involving a relationship or role. Examples: Friendship (state of being friends), Leadership (role or quality of leading), Citizenship (status of being a citizen)

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th

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Denotes a state or condition, or forms abstract nouns (less commonly used than others). Examples: Strength (state of being strong), Depth (state of being deep), Length (extent of something in distance)

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tion

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Indicates the action, process, or result of something. Examples: Creation (act of creating), Education (process of educating), Celebration (act of celebrating)