Sure! Here’s a quick overview of affixes and roots, as well as a few examples you can use for a quick check.
Definitions:
- Root: The base part of a word that carries its primary meaning. For example, in the word "unhappiness," "happy" is the root.
- Affix: A prefix or suffix added to a root word to modify its meaning.
- Prefix: An affix added to the beginning of a root word (e.g., "un-" in "unhappy").
- Suffix: An affix added to the end of a root word (e.g., "-ness" in "happiness").
Examples:
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Root: "act"
- Prefix: "re-" → "react" (to act again)
- Suffix: "-ion" → "action" (the process of acting)
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Root: "form"
- Prefix: "de-" → "deform" (to change shape)
- Suffix: "-ation" → "formation" (the act of forming)
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Root: "cred"
- Prefix: "in-" → "incredulous" (not believing)
- Suffix: "-ible" → "credible" (able to be believed)
Quick Check Questions:
- What is the root of the word "disapprove"? What is its prefix?
- Identify the root and suffix in the word "happiness."
- What does the prefix "sub-" generally mean, and can you provide an example using it?
- Break down the word "independence" into its root and affixes.
Feel free to answer any of the questions, and I can check your responses!