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“Widen Your Vocabulary Horizons: Unlock the Power of Suffixes”

Do you feel like your vocabulary is too limited? Our creative and neutral game gives you the keys to unlock the power of suffixes, the letters and syllables we add onto words to change them completely. Breaking down suffixes and their meanings can open up a whole new world of communication.

Start by studying some of the main suffixes and their definitions. A common suffix is “-ize” which indicates to turn into or cause to be. Another suffix, “-able”, means to be possible or suitable. Once you learn the definitions of the suffixes, you can use them to discover the meaning of unfamiliar words.

Next, begin to link the suffixes to existing words. Take “quiet”, and combine it with the “-ize” suffix. You now have “quietize”, which means to make quiet or to silence. Instead of frustration over a difficult word like “exemplifiable”, think: something that can be used as an example or “exemplified”. With a little practice, it will soon become second nature.

Take your newly expanded vocabulary knowledge with you whenever you read and write. Soon you’ll be snapping up words with ease, and your writing will shine with sophisticated language. Word by word, you’ll widen your horizon and become a power user of the English language. Unlock the power of suffixes and start your journey now! Improve Your Vocabulary With Suffixes

Your vocabulary is a direct reflection of your ability to communicate effectively. Having a strong knowledge of words and how to use them can help you express yourself more accurately and convey your ideas in a more powerful way. One way to expand your vocabulary is with suffixes.

Suffixes are word endings which come after a root word. By changing a word with a suffix, the meaning of the word can change. For example, the word “create” means to make something. By adding the suffix “ion”, you can form the word “creation”, which means the production of something. This is a relatively simple example, but you can use suffixes to create more complex words too.

The most commonly used English suffixes are: -ment, -ness, -ation, -ity, -er, and -able. To understand each of these suffixes, it’s important to gain some insight into their general meanings.

The suffix -ment usually refers to an action, process, or state of being. For example, “pass” becomes “passage” and “govern” becomes “government”.

The suffix -ness usually refers to an abstract quality. For example, “happy” becomes happiness.

The suffix -ation usually refers to the act or process of doing something or making something. For example, “activate” becomes “activation”.

The suffix -ity usually refers to a state of being or a quality. For example, “ableness” becomes “ability”.

The suffix -er usually refers to a person who does something. For example, “teach” becomes “teacher”.

The suffix -able usually refers to something that can be done or changed. For example, “adjust” becomes “adjustable”.

Now that you know the meanings of each of these suffixes, you should find it easier to come up with words for your vocabulary. As an exercise, try to create a new word that would use one of the suffixes mentioned above.

Learning and expanding your vocabulary is a great way to boost your communication skills. By understanding how to use suffixes, you can improve your ability to use words more effectively. Give it a try and you might just surprise yourself!

There you have it – the world of suffixes, at your fingertips. With a knowledge of these tools, you can turn any mundane words into spectacular gems of vocabulary. Dive in and explore the depths of suffixes – there really is no limit to their power.