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Spelling 24 Suffixes
Spelling 24 Suffixes Cartier/Nash
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| suffix | A word part that is added to the end of a word and changes the meaning of the word. |
| -ist | "one who practices" |
| -ic | "relating to" |
| -ation/-tion and ism | "state of being" |
| -ent | "inclined to" |
| dentist | a doctor for teeth |
| heroic | someone who is very brave |
| accusation | a charge against someone |
| optimism | the belief that things will turn out for the best |
| turbulent | something that is disturbed |
| perfectionist | a person who likes things to be perfect |
| historic | "famous in history" |
| recreation | amusement |
| journalism | the writing and publishing of newspapers and magazines |
| succulent | "juicy" |