Suffixes

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What does the suffix '-est' indicate?

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It indicates a comparative form, often used to show the highest degree of a quality.

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What does the suffix '-ed' signify?

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It signifies past tense verbs, indicating that an action has already happened.

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What does the suffix '-y' mean?

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It means characterized by, often used to describe a quality or state.

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What does the suffix '-al' represent?

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It represents having characteristics of, often used to form adjectives.

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What does the suffix '-ous' denote?

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It denotes possessing the qualities of, often used to describe a characteristic.

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What is a suffix?

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A suffix is a letter or group of letters added at the end of a word to change its meaning.

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Give an example of a word with the suffix '-est'.

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Tallest (the highest in height).

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Give an example of a word with the suffix '-ed'.

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Jumped (the action of jumping that has already occurred).

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

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Sunny (characterized by sunshine).

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Give an example of a word with the suffix '-al'.

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Natural (having characteristics of nature).