Prefixes And Suffixes Flashcards
1
Q
What is a prefix?
A
Letters that are placed in front of a word to alter its meaning
2
Q
What do the prefixes dis- and un- mean?
A
Not
3
Q
What is a suffix?
A
Letters that are added to the end of a word to change its meaning
4
Q
What does the suffix -ful mean?
A
Full of
5
Q
What does the suffix -less mean?
A
Without
6
Q
What does the suffix -ese mean?
A
Indicates that a person is from that country
7
Q
What does the suffix -hood mean?
A
The state of being
8
Q
What does the suffix -ist mean?
A
Indicates an occupation
