Asked by Jelena

What is the meaning of the prefix -ion in civilization?
Also, check my work -
Civilization prefix suffix and root

Prefix - civ- citizen
Suffix- ion - ??
Root- civilization- cultural location


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Answered by Ms. Sue
The suffix <i>ion</i> is used to make a noun from a verb.
Civilize is the verb that becomes the noun, civilization.