Affixes


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  1. 1.

    Use a dictionary to find out two examples of words that use the following prefixes. Try to find words that are not in the list above.

    PrefixExample
    un-unclear
    im-impolite
    ir-irregular
    in-inactive
    dis-disuse

     

  2. 2.

    The suffix-able means 'can be done'. Write a word with the suffix-able that means each of the following.

    1. Something that can be enjoyed
    2. Something that cannot be forgotten
    3. A place where it is possible to live
    4. A person you can rely on
    5. A disease that can be cured
  3. 3.

    Complete the crossword puzzle by using suitable suffixes for the clues given.

    AcrossDown

    3. made of wood
    6. feeling of being content as one's wishes and expectations are fulfilled
    7. adjective of beauty
    9. superlative degree of fast
    10. filled with anger
    11. an adverb, used to describe an action done with intelligence

    1. penultimate game
    2. a noun; state of being thoughtful, caring and gentle
    4. the act of raising someone to a higher position or rank in their profession
    5. person who works with wood to make furniture
    8. without life
    11. without care

     

  4. 4.

    Use a dictionary to find words that derive from these Latin/Greek words.

    1. Tele
    2. Micro
    3. Auto
    4. Photo
    5. Anti

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