List of Prefixes
40 common prefixes along with examples :
1. A- (meaning "not" or "without"):
• Apathetic
• Amoral
• Atypical
• Asexual
• Asymmetric
• Aseptic
• Achromatic
• Abiotic
• Anomalous
• Anxious
2. Anti- (meaning "against" or "opposite"):
• Antisocial
• Antibiotic
• Anti-inflammatory
• Antifungal
• Antipathy
• Antidote
• Antivirus
• Anticlimax
• Antiseptic
• Antigravity
3. Auto- (meaning "self" or "automatic"):
• Autobiography
• Automobile
• Autopilot
• Autonomy
• Autograph
• Autopsy
• Autodidact
• Autoclave
• Autoregulation
• Autostart
4. Co- (meaning "together" or "with"):
• Cooperation
• Coexist
• Coauthor
• Coordinate
• Copilot
• Coown
• Coeducational
• Cohabit
• Cosign
• Coproduce
5. De- (meaning "reverse" or "remove"):
• Detoxify
• Deactivate
• Devalue
• Demolish
• Decompose
• Defrost
• Depopulate
• Decentralize
• Dehydrate
• Decaffeinate
6. Dis- (meaning "not" or "opposite"):
• Disagree
• Dislike
• Disapprove
• Disobey
• Disappear
• Disarm
• Disengage
• Disconnect
• Discomfort
• Disbelief
7. En- (meaning "cause to" or "make"):
• Enable
• Encourage
• Enlighten
• Enhance
• Engage
• Enrich
• Enlarge
• Enforce
• Enliven
• Entertain
8. Ex- (meaning "former" or "out of"):
• Ex-president
• Ex-girlfriend
• Ex-employee
• Ex-husband
• Ex-student
• Exhale
• Exonerate
• Exfoliate
• Extinguish
• Expel
9. Fore- (meaning "before" or "ahead"):
• Foresee
• Forecast
• Forefront
• Forewarn
• Forefather
• Foreground
• Foremost
• Foreplay
• Foreknowledge
• Foreword
10. In- (meaning "not" or "in" or "into"):
• Inactive
• Inaccurate
• Incomplete
• Indecisive
• Inhale
• Inbound
• Inflexible
• Insert
• Inflate
• Infect
11. Inter- (meaning "between" or "among"):
• Interact
• Intercontinental
• Interpersonal
• Interfere
• Interconnected
• Intervene
• Intercept
• Intermediate
• Intertwine
• Interview
13. Mis- (meaning "wrong" or "incorrect"):
• Misunderstand
• Misbehave
• Mislead
• Misplace
• Mismatch
• Misinterpret
• Misfire
• Misjudge
• Misprint
• Misquote
14. Non- (meaning "not" or "without"):
• Nonexistent
• Nonprofit
• Nonsense
• Nonverbal
• Nondescript
• Nonfiction
• Nonrenewable
• Nonchalant
• Nonessential
• Nonconformist
15. Over- (meaning "excessive" or "above"):
• Overload
• Overcome
• Overreact
• Overestimate
• Overstay
• Overwhelm
• Overpower
• Overindulge
• Overcharge
• Overcomplicate
16. Post- (meaning "after" or "later"):
• Postpone
• Postwar
• Postgraduate
• Postmortem
• Postscript
• Postdate
• Posthumous
• Postpone
• Postnatal
• Postmodern
17. Pre- (meaning "before" or "prior to"):
• Preorder
• Prepay
• Prearrange
• Precook
• Pretest
• Preschool
• Preview
• Precede
• Preempt
• Prehistoric
18. Pro- (meaning "for" or "in favor of"):
• Protect
• Promote
• Proactive
• Propose
• Propel
• Proclaim
• Proponent
• Prosecute
• Provoke
• Profess
19. Re- (meaning "again" or "back"):
• Rebuild
• Reread
• Reconnect
• Reapply
• Revisit
• Reevaluate
• Reconsider
• Reunite
• Recharge
• Reclaim
20. Semi- (meaning "half" or "partial"):
• Semifinal
• Semiconscious
• Semiautomatic
• Semiformal
• Semisoft
• Semidetached
• Semiskilled
• Semiannual
• Semiconductors
• Semitransparent
21. Sub- (meaning "under" or "below"):
• Submarine
• Subpar
• Submerge
• Subtitle
• Subordinate
• Subcontract
• Subdue
• Substandard
• Suburb
• Subway
22. Super- (meaning "above" or "beyond"):
• Superhero
• Supernatural
• Supercharge
• Superimpose
• Superhighway
• Supervise
• Superstar
• Supersize
• Supersonic
• Superbowl
23. Trans- (meaning "across" or "beyond"):
• Transfer
• Transform
• Transmit
• Transcribe
• Transparent
• Transplant
• Transatlantic
• Transgender
• Transcontinental
• Transcend
24. Tri- (meaning "three" or "triple"):
• Triangle
• Tricycle
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24. Tri- (meaning "three" or "triple"):
• Triangle
• Tricycle
• Trilingual
• Tripod
• Trisect
• Trilateral
• Trifold
• Trillion
• Trilogy
• Triathlon
25. Ultra- (meaning "beyond" or "extreme"):
• Ultraviolet
• Ultrafast
• Ultramodern
• Ultrasonic
• Ultra-wealthy
• Ultra-high
• Ultrasound
• Ultralight
• Ultrafine
• Ultrahigh-frequency
26. Under- (meaning "below" or "less than"):
• Underestimate
• Underground
• Underprivileged
• Understaffed
• Undercut
• Underperform
• Underdeveloped
• Undercooked
• Understudy
• Underweight
27. Uni- (meaning "one" or "single"):
• Unicycle
• Unilateral
• Unique
• Unison
• Unity
• Universe
• Uniform
• Unibrow
• Unicycle
• Unisex
28. Up- (meaning "upward" or "increase"):
• Upstairs
• Upgrade
• Uphill
• Upbeat
• Uplift
• Upturn
• Upstream
• Upward
• Uprising
• Upstage
29. With- (meaning "against" or "opposed to"):
• Withdraw
• Withstand
• Withhold
• Withhold
• Withstand
• Withhold
• Withhold
• Withstand
• Withhold
• Withstand
30. Bi- (meaning "two" or "double"):
• Bicycle
• Bilingual
• Bipolar
• Binoculars
• Biannual
• Biodegradable
• Bifocal
• Biweekly
• Biennial
• Biome
31. Circum- (meaning "around" or "surrounding"):
• Circumference
• Circumvent
• Circumstance
• Circumnavigate
• Circumflex
• Circumstantial
• Circumscribe
• Circumspect
• Circumstance
• Circumferential
32. Counter- (meaning "opposite" or "against"):
• Counteract
• Counterbalance
• Counterfeit
• Counterclockwise
• Counterproductive
• Counterpoint
• Counterproposal
• Counterstrike
• Countervail
• Counterargument
33. Hyper- (meaning "excessive" or "beyond"):
• Hyperactive
• Hypersensitive
• Hypertension
• Hyperbole
• Hyperventilate
• Hyperextend
• Hypercritical
• Hyperglycemia
• Hyperlink
• Hyperrealistic
34. Hypo- (meaning "under" or "less"):
• Hypothermia
• Hypoallergenic
• Hypoglycemia
• Hypodermic
• Hypothesize
• Hypocritical
• Hypothesis
• Hypotension
• Hypothetical
• Hypocenter
35. In- (meaning "not" or "lack of"):
• Inactive
• Inaccurate
• Incomplete
• Indecisive
• Inhale
• Inbound
• Inflexible
• Insert
• Inflate
• Infect
36. Macro- (meaning "large" or "long"):
• Macroscopic
• Macroevolution
• Macrocosm
• Macroclimate
• Macromolecule
• Macroeconomics
• Macrophotography
• Macroscopic
• Macronutrient
• Macroeconomic
37. Micro- (meaning "small" or "tiny"):
• Microscopic
• Microbiology
• Microcosm
• Microchip
• Microorganism
• Microbe
• Microbrewery
• Microclimate
• Microfiber
• Microprocessor
38. Neo- (meaning "new" or "recent"):
• Neoclassical
• Neo-Nazi
• Neoliberal
• Neolithic
• Neoconservative
• Neonatal
• Neophyte
• Neorealism
• Neocolonialism
• Neoliberalism
39. Tele- (meaning "distant" or "remote"):
• Telecommunication
• Television
• Telecast
• Telepathy
• Teleconference
• Teleport
• Telemetry
• Telemarketing
• Telephoto
• Telethon
40. Tri- (meaning "three" or "triple"):
• Tricolor
• Tricycle
• Trilateral
• Trilingual
• Triathlon
• Triceratops
• Trigonometry
• Trisomy
• Triplicate
• Triumvirate
List of 40 common prefixes with meanings, examples, and sentence usage:
Prefix | Meaning | Example Words | Sentence Example |
A- | Not, without | Apathetic, Amoral, Atypical, Asexual, Asymmetric, Aseptic, Achromatic, Abiotic, Anomalous, Anxious | Apathetic: He was apathetic (without feeling) towards the outcome. Atypical: Her behavior was atypical (not typical) for that situation. |
Anti- | Against, opposite | Antisocial, Antibiotic, Anti-inflammatory, Antifungal, Antipathy, Antidote, Antivirus, Anticlimax, Antiseptic, Antigravity | Antisocial: His antisocial (against social norms) behavior made it hard to make friends. Antibiotic: She was prescribed an antibiotic (against bacteria) to fight the infection. |
Auto- | Self, automatic | Autobiography, Automobile, Autopilot, Autonomy, Autograph, Autopsy, Autodidact, Autoclave, Autoregulation, Autostart | Autonomy: The country gained autonomy (self-governance) after years of conflict. Autobiography: Her autobiography (self-written life story) was a bestseller. |
Co- | Together, with | Cooperation, Coexist, Coauthor, Coordinate, Copilot, Coown, Coeducational, Cohabit, Cosign, Coproduce | Cooperate: We need to cooperate (work together) on this project. Cohabit: They decided to cohabit (live together) before marriage. |
De- | Reverse, remove | Detoxify, Deactivate, Devalue, Demolish, Decompose, Defrost, Depopulate, Decentralize, Dehydrate, Decaffeinate | Deactivate: You can deactivate (turn off) the alarm remotely. Demolish: The old building will be demolished (taken down) next week. |
Dis- | Not, opposite | Disagree, Dislike, Disapprove, Disobey, Disappear, Disarm, Disengage, Disconnect, Discomfort, Disbelief | Disagree: I must disagree (have a different opinion) with that statement. Dislike: She dislikes (does not like) spicy food. |
En- | Cause to, make | Enable, Encourage, Enlighten, Enhance, Engage, Enrich, Enlarge, Enforce, Enliven, Entertain | Enhance: They hope to enhance (improve) the quality of education. Enlighten: The lecture was designed to enlighten (inform) students about history. |
Ex- | Former, out of | Ex-president, Ex-girlfriend, Ex-employee, Ex-husband, Ex-student, Exhale, Exonerate, Exfoliate, Extinguish, Expel | Ex-president: The ex-president (former president) spoke at the event. Exhale: Remember to exhale (breathe out) slowly during meditation. |
Fore- | Before, ahead | Foresee, Forecast, Forefront, Forewarn, Forefather, Foreground, Foremost, Foreplay, Foreknowledge, Foreword | Forecast: The forecast (prediction) for rain was accurate. Forewarn: She forewarned (warned in advance) him about the risks. |
In- | Not, into | Inactive, Inaccurate, Incomplete, Indecisive, Inhale, Inbound, Inflexible, Insert, Inflate, Infect | Inflate: Be careful not to inflate (fill with air) the balloon too much. Inactive: His account is currently inactive (not active). |
Inter- | Between, among | Interact, Intercontinental, Interpersonal, Interfere, Interconnected, Intervene, Intercept, Intermediate, Intertwine, Interview | Interact: Students are encouraged to interact (communicate) during class. Intervene: The teacher had to intervene (come between) in the argument. |
Mis- | Wrong, incorrect | Misunderstand, Misbehave, Mislead, Misplace, Mismatch, Misinterpret, Misfire, Misjudge, Misprint, Misquote | Misinterpret: I think you misinterpreted (understood wrongly) his comments. Misbehave: The child was told not to misbehave (act wrongly) in class. |
Non- | Not, without | Nonexistent, Nonprofit, Nonsense, Nonverbal, Nondescript, Nonfiction, Nonrenewable, Nonchalant, Nonessential, Nonconformist | Nonsense: His explanation was complete nonsense (without sense). Nonprofit: They work for a nonprofit (not for profit) organization. |
Over- | Excessive, above | Overload, Overcome, Overreact, Overestimate, Overstay, Overwhelm, Overpower, Overindulge, Overcharge, Overcomplicate | Overreact: Try not to overreact (react excessively) to minor issues. Overwhelm: The amount of work can overwhelm (overpower) even the best students. |
Post- | After, later | Postpone, Postwar, Postgraduate, Postmortem, Postscript, Postdate, Posthumous, Postnatal, Postmodern, Postpone | Postwar: The postwar (after the war) period was a time of rebuilding. Postpone: They decided to postpone (delay) the meeting until next week. |
Pre- | Before, prior to | Preorder, Prepay, Prearrange, Precook, Pretest, Preschool, Preview, Precede, Preempt, Prehistoric | Prehistoric: The museum has a section on prehistoric (before recorded history) animals. Prearrange: They will prearrange (arrange in advance) the details for the event. |
Pro- | For, in favor of | Protect, Promote, Proactive, Propose, Propel, Proclaim, Proponent, Prosecute, Provoke, Profess | Propose: She decided to propose (suggest) a new plan to the team. Proclaim: They will proclaim (announce publicly) their findings. |
Re- | Again, back | Rebuild, Reread, Reconnect, Reapply, Revisit, Reevaluate, Reconsider, Reunite, Recharge, Reclaim | Reconnect: They wanted to reconnect (connect again) after years apart. Recharge: Make sure to recharge (fill again) your phone battery. |
Semi- | Half, partial | Semifinal, Semiconscious, Semiautomatic, Semiformal, Semisoft, Semidetached, Semiskilled, Semiannual, Semiconductors, Semitransparent | Semifinal: The team advanced to the semifinals (halfway to finals) in the tournament. Semiautomatic: He used a semiautomatic (partly automatic) machine for the job. |
Sub- | Under, below | Submarine, Subpar, Submerge, Subtitle, Subordinate, Subcontract, Subdue, Substandard, Suburb, Subway | Submarine: The submarine (underwater vessel) explored the ocean depths. Suburban: They moved to a suburban (under the city) area for a quieter life. |
Super- | Above, beyond | Superhero, Supernatural, Supercharge, Superimpose, Superhighway, Supervise, Superstar, Supersize, Supersonic, Superbowl | Supernatural: The movie featured supernatural (beyond natural) beings. Supervise: The manager will supervise (oversee) the new team members. |
Trans- | Across, beyond | Transfer, Transform, Transmit, Transcribe, Transparent, Transplant, Transatlantic, Transgender, Transcontinental, Transcend | Transfer: He will transfer (move) to another department next month. Transparent: The material is transparent (see-through). |
Tri- | Three, triple | Triangle, Tricycle, Trilingual, Tripod, Trisect, Trilateral, Trifold, Trillion, Trilogy, Triathlon | Tricycle: The child learned to ride a tricycle (three-wheeled bike). Trilingual: She is trilingual (speaks three languages fluently). |
Ultra- | Beyond, extreme | Ultraviolet, Ultrafast, Ultramodern, Ultrasonic, Ultra-wealthy, Ultra-high, Ultrasound, Ultralight, Ultrafine, Ultrahigh-frequency | Ultraviolet: Ultraviolet (beyond visible light) rays can be harmful to skin. Ultrafast: The ultrafast (extremely quick) internet connection was impressive. |
Under- | Below, less than | Underestimate, Underground, Underprivileged, Understaffed, Undercut, Underperform, Underdeveloped, Undercooked, Understudy, Underweight | Underestimate: Don’t underestimate (value too low) his abilities. Underprivileged: The charity helps underprivileged (below standard) children. |
Uni- | One, single | Unicycle, Unilateral, Unique, Unison, Unity, Universe, Uniform, Unibrow, Unicycle, Unisex | Unique: She has a unique (one of a kind) style. Unify: The goal is to unify (bring together) the community. |
Up- | Upward, increase | Upstairs, Upgrade, Uphill, Upbeat, Uplift, Upturn, Upstream, Upward, Uprising, Upstage | Upgrade: It’s time to upgrade (improve) the software. Uplift: His kind words helped uplift (raise) her spirits. |
With- | Against, opposed to | Withdraw, Withstand, Withhold | Withhold: She decided to withhold (keep back) her opinion during the meeting. Withstand: He can withstand (resist) great pressure. |
Bi- | Two, double | Bicycle, Bilingual, Bipolar, Binoculars, Biannual, Biodegradable, Bifocal, Biweekly, Biennial, Biome | Bicycle: He rides his bicycle (two-wheeled cycle) to work. Bilingual: She is bilingual (speaks two languages). |
Circum- | Around, surrounding | Circumference, Circumvent, Circumstance, Circumnavigate, Circumflex, Circumstantial, Circumscribe, Circumspect, Circumference, Circumferential | Circumvent: They tried to circumvent (go around) the rules. Circumference: The circumference (distance around) of the circle was calculated. |
Counter- | Opposite, against | Counteract, Counterbalance, Counterfeit, Counterclockwise, Counterproductive, Counterpoint, Counterproposal, Counterstrike, Countervail, Counterargument | Counteract: The medicine will counteract (act against) the effects of the poison. Counterproductive: His efforts were counterproductive (against the intended effect). |
Hyper- | Excessive, beyond | Hyperactive, Hypersensitive, Hypertension, Hyperbole, Hyperventilate, Hyperextend, Hypercritical, Hyperglycemia, Hyperlink, Hyperrealistic | Hyperactive: The hyperactive (excessively active) child had trouble focusing. Hyperbole: His statement was a hyperbole (exaggeration) to emphasize his point. |
Hypo- | Under, less | Hypothermia, Hypoallergenic, Hypoglycemia, Hypodermic, Hypothesize, Hypocritical, Hypothesis, Hypotension, Hypothetical, Hypocenter | Hypoglycemia: Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) can cause dizziness. Hypothetical: They discussed a hypothetical (theoretical) scenario during the meeting. |
In- | Not, lack of | Inactive, Inaccurate, Incomplete, Indecisive, Inhale, Inbound, Inflexible, Insert, Inflate, Infect | Inaccurate: The report was found to be inaccurate (not correct). Inhale: Remember to inhale (breathe in) deeply during yoga. |
Macro- | Large, long | Macroscopic, Macroevolution, Macrocosm, Macroclimate, Macromolecule, Macroeconomics, Macrophotography, Macroscopic, Macronutrient, Macroeconomic | Macroeconomics: Macroeconomics (study of large-scale economic factors) affects the whole economy. Macromolecule: Proteins are an example of a macromolecule (large molecule) in biology. |
Micro- | Small, tiny | Microscopic, Microbiology, Microcosm, Microchip, Microorganism, Microbe, Microbrewery, Microclimate, Microfiber, Microprocessor | Microbiology: Microbiology (study of tiny organisms) is fascinating. Microchip: The microchip (tiny electronic circuit) is crucial for computers. |
Neo- | New, recent | Neoclassical, Neo-Nazi, Neoliberal, Neolithic, Neoconservative, Neonatal, Neophyte, Neorealism, Neocolonialism, Neoliberalism | Neolithic: The Neolithic (new stone age) period saw the advent of agriculture. Neophyte: As a neophyte (newcomer) in the industry, he has a lot to learn. |
Tele- | Distant, remote | Telecommunication, Television, Telecast, Telepathy, Teleconference, Teleport, Telemetry, Telemarketing, Telephoto, Telethon | Television: The television (distant viewing) offers a variety of programs. Teleconference: They held a teleconference (remote meeting) to discuss the project. |
Tri- | Three, triple | Tricolor, Tricycle, Trilateral, Trilingual, Triathlon, Triceratops, Trigonometry, Trisomy, Triplicate, Triumvirate | Tricolor: The flag was a tricolor (three colors) design. Triathlon: She trained hard for the triathlon (three-part race). |
List of Suffixes
1. -able (capable of):
• Portable
• Adorable
• Comfortable
• Reliable
• Desirable
• Valuable
• Remarkable
• Manageable
• Understandable
• Presentable
2. -al (relating to):
• Cultural
• Natural
• Emotional
• Functional
• Personal
• Regional
• Social
• Historical
• Professional
• Technical
3. -ed (past tense or past participle):
• Walked
• Played
• Jumped
• Talked
• Created
• Developed
• Examined
• Celebrated
• Accepted
• Confused
4. -er (one who):
• Teacher
• Writer
• Singer
• Dancer
• Doctor
• Engineer
• Baker
• Player
• Speaker
• Designer
5. -est (superlative form):
• Tallest
• Fastest
• Strongest
• Biggest
• Brightest
• Smartest
• Fanciest
• Richest
• Quietest
• Coolest
6. -ful (full of):
• Beautiful
• Wonderful
• Joyful
• Peaceful
• Playful
• Colorful
• Grateful
• Careful
• Powerful
• Resourceful
7. -ic (relating to or characteristic of):
• Romantic
• Scientific
• Historic
• Economic
• Fantastic
• Dramatic
• Specific
• Athletic
• Electric
• Realistic
8. -ing (present participle or gerund):
• Running
• Singing
• Dancing
• Playing
• Reading
• Writing
• Talking
• Laughing
• Cooking
• Sleeping
9. -ion (action or state):
• Information
• Communication
• Observation
• Inspiration
• Decision
• Solution
• Discussion
• Conclusion
• Revision
• Transformation
10. -ism (belief or ideology):
• Capitalism
• Socialism
• Racism
• Feminism
• Activism
• Buddhism
• Atheism
• Humanism
• Patriotism
• Environmentalism
11. -ist (one who practices or specializes in):
• Scientist
• Artist
• Dentist
• Optimist
• Pianist
• Pharmacist
• Journalist
• Psychologist
• Biologist
• Economist
12. -ity (quality or state of):
• Creativity
• Stability
• Flexibility
• Diversity
• Equality
• Sensitivity
• Integrity
• Authenticity
• Curiosity
• Prosperity
13. -ize (to make or become):
• Organize
• Analyze
• Recognize
• Utilize
• Specialize
• Modernize
• Energize
• Maximize
• Customize
• Visualize
14. -less (without):
• Fearless
• Endless
• Homeless
• Helpless
14. -less (without):
• Fearless
• Endless
• Homeless
• Helpless
• Breathless
• Sleepless
• Careless
• Speechless
• Priceless
• Tireless
15. -ly (in the manner of):
• Quickly
• Happily
• Carefully
• Loudly
• Quietly
• Slowly
• Softly
• Gently
• Angrily
• Honestly
16. -ment (action or process):
• Development
• Movement
• Improvement
• Assessment
• Achievement
• Placement
• Statement
• Treatment
• Agreement
• Judgment
17. -ness (state or quality of):
• Happiness
• Kindness
• Sadness
• Boldness
• Fairness
• Cleverness
• Sweetness
• Openness
• Laziness
• Sharpness
18. -ous (full of or having):
• Delicious
• Famous
• Courageous
• Mysterious
• Fabulous
• Generous
• Curious
• Glorious
• Dangerous
• Marvelous
19. -ship (state or quality of being):
• Friendship
• Leadership
• Citizenship
• Partnership
• Scholarship
• Ownership
• Relationship
• Sponsorship
• Apprenticeship
• Fellowship
20. -th (state or condition):
• Length
• Strength
• Width
• Depth
• Growth
• Health
• Wealth
• Warmth
• Youth
• Truth
21. -tion (state or act of):
• Action
• Reaction
• Transition
• Exploration
• Invitation
• Calculation
• Promotion
• Extraction
• Presentation
• Reflection
22. -ward (in the direction of):
• Forward
• Backward
• Upward
• Downward
• Toward
• Onward
• Eastward
• Westward
• Homeward
• Inward
23. -y (characterized by):
• Happy
• Rainy
• Windy
• Cloudy
• Sleepy
• Greedy
• Shiny
• Hairy
• Messy
• Salty
24. -able (capable of):
• Teachable
• Drinkable
• Breakable
• Washable
• Readable
• Changeable
• Marketable
• Collectible
• Manageable
• Memorable
25. -er (comparative form):
• Taller
• Faster
• Smarter
• Stronger
• Bigger
• Brighter
• Happier
• Richer
• Quieter
• Cooler
26. -able (worthy or capable of):
• Respectable
• Notable
• Adaptable
• Reliable
• Remarkable
• Irresistible
• Desirable
• Inevitable
• Comfortable
• Sustainable
27. -dom (state or quality of):
• Freedom
• Wisdom
• Kingdom
• Random
• Martyrdom
• Serfdom
• Stardom
• Fiefdom
• Christendom
• Slavedom
28. -esque (resembling or characteristic of):
• Picturesque
• Grotesque
• Burlesque
• Kafkaesque
• Romanesque
• Statuesque
• Picturesques
• Arabesque
• Calques
• Obesque
29. -ful (full of or characterized by):
• Grateful
• Colorful
• Beautiful
• Successful
• Joyful
• Powerful
• Thoughtful
• Cheerful
• Resourceful
• Playful
30. -hood (state or condition):
• Childhood
• Brotherhood
• Motherhood
• Adulthood
• Parenthood
• Priesthood
• Neighborhood
• Womanhood
• Knighthood
• Parenthood
31. -ify (to make or become):
• Simplify
• Intensify
• Beautify
• Amplify
• Purify
• Clarify
• Diversify
• Fortify
• Justify
• Modify
32. -ing (action or process):
• Running
• Singing
• Dancing
• Talking
• Reading
• Writing
• Swimming
• Cooking
• Painting
• Sleeping
33. -ism (doctrine, belief, or condition):
• Capitalism
• Socialism
• Communism
• Buddhism
• Feminism
• Racism
• Atheism
• Altruism
• Nationalism
• Individualism
34. -ist (one who practices or specializes in):
• Artist
• Scientist
• Dentist
• Optimist
• Pianist
• Botanist
• Linguist
• Violinist
• Nutritionist
• Geologist
35. -ity (quality or state of):
• Quality
• Integrity
• Serenity
• Creativity
• Reality
• Universality
• Curiosity
• Flexibility
• Authenticity
• Generosity
36. -ize (to make or become):
• Organize
• Analyze
• Energize
• Maximize
• Visualize
• Socialize
• Utilize
• Harmonize
• Modernize
• Specialize
37. -less (without or lacking):
• Endless
• Fearless
• Homeless
• Helpless
• Careless
• Tireless
• Ruthless
• Useless
• Senseless
• Penniless
38. -logy (study or science of):
• Biology
• Psychology
• Geology
• Anthropology
• Sociology
• Theology
• Card
38. -logy (study or science of):
• Biology
• Psychology
• Geology
• Anthropology
• Sociology
• Theology
• Cardiology
• Dermatology
• Astronomy
• Neurology
39. -ment (action or process):
• Development
• Improvement
• Adjustment
• Movement
• Assessment
• Treatment
• Management
• Employment
• Achievement
• Agreement
40. -ness (state or quality of):
• Happiness
• Kindness
• Sadness
• Sweetness
• Darkness
• Firmness
• Gentleness
• Laziness
• Cleanness
• Politeness
list of 40 suffixes with their meanings and a wider array of examples to illustrate their usage:
Suffix | Meaning | Examples |
-able | Capable of or suitable for | Portable, Adorable, Comfortable, Reliable, Desirable, Valuable, Remarkable, Manageable, Understandable, Presentable |
-al | Relating to | Cultural, Natural, Emotional, Functional, Personal, Regional, Social, Historical, Professional, Technical |
-ed | Past tense or past participle | Walked, Played, Jumped, Talked, Created, Developed, Examined, Celebrated, Accepted, Confused |
-er | One who or that which | Teacher, Writer, Singer, Dancer, Doctor, Engineer, Baker, Player, Speaker, Designer |
-est | Superlative form | Tallest, Fastest, Strongest, Biggest, Brightest, Smartest, Fanciest, Richest, Quietest, Coolest |
-ful | Full of | Beautiful, Wonderful, Joyful, Peaceful, Playful, Colorful, Grateful, Careful, Powerful, Resourceful |
-ic | Relating to or characteristic of | Romantic, Scientific, Historic, Economic, Fantastic, Dramatic, Specific, Athletic, Electric, Realistic |
-ing | Present participle or gerund | Running, Singing, Dancing, Playing, Reading, Writing, Talking, Laughing, Cooking, Sleeping |
-ion | Action or state | Information, Communication, Observation, Inspiration, Decision, Solution, Discussion, Conclusion, Revision, Transformation |
-ism | Belief, doctrine, or ideology | Capitalism, Socialism, Racism, Feminism, Activism, Buddhism, Atheism, Humanism, Patriotism, Environmentalism |
-ist | One who practices or specializes in | Scientist, Artist, Dentist, Optimist, Pianist, Pharmacist, Journalist, Psychologist, Biologist, Economist |
-ity | Quality or state of | Creativity, Stability, Flexibility, Diversity, Equality, Sensitivity, Integrity, Authenticity, Curiosity, Prosperity |
-ize | To make or become | Organize, Analyze, Recognize, Utilize, Specialize, Modernize, Energize, Maximize, Customize, Visualize |
-less | Without | Fearless, Endless, Homeless, Helpless, Breathless, Sleepless, Careless, Speechless, Priceless, Tireless |
-ly | In the manner of | Quickly, Happily, Carefully, Loudly, Quietly, Slowly, Softly, Gently, Angrily, Honestly |
-ment | Action or process | Development, Movement, Improvement, Assessment, Achievement, Placement, Statement, Treatment, Agreement, Judgment |
-ness | State or quality of | Happiness, Kindness, Sadness, Boldness, Fairness, Cleverness, Sweetness, Openness, Laziness, Sharpness |
-ous | Full of or having | Delicious, Famous, Courageous, Mysterious, Fabulous, Generous, Curious, Glorious, Dangerous, Marvelous |
-ship | State or quality of being | Friendship, Leadership, Citizenship, Partnership, Scholarship, Ownership, Relationship, Sponsorship, Apprenticeship, Fellowship |
-th | State or condition | Length, Strength, Width, Depth, Growth, Health, Wealth, Warmth, Youth, Truth |
-tion | State or act of | Action, Reaction, Transition, Exploration, Invitation, Calculation, Promotion, Extraction, Presentation, Reflection |
-ward | In the direction of | Forward, Backward, Upward, Downward, Toward, Onward, Eastward, Westward, Homeward, Inward |
-y | Characterized by | Happy, Rainy, Windy, Cloudy, Sleepy, Greedy, Shiny, Hairy, Messy, Salty |
-dom | State or quality of | Freedom, Wisdom, Kingdom, Random, Martyrdom, Serfdom, Stardom, Fiefdom, Christendom, Slavedom |
-esque | Resembling or characteristic of | Picturesque, Grotesque, Burlesque, Kafkaesque, Romanesque, Statuesque, Arabesque |
-hood | State or condition | Childhood, Brotherhood, Motherhood, Adulthood, Parenthood, Priesthood, Neighborhood, Womanhood, Knighthood |
-ify | To make or become | Simplify, Intensify, Beautify, Amplify, Purify, Clarify, Diversify, Fortify, Justify, Modify |
-logy | Study or science of | Biology, Psychology, Geology, Anthropology, Sociology, Theology, Cardiology, Dermatology, Astronomy, Neurology |
-ment | Action or process | Development, Improvement, Adjustment, Movement, Assessment, Treatment, Management, Employment, Achievement, Agreement |
-ness | State or quality of | Happiness, Kindness, Sadness, Sweetness, Darkness, Firmness, Gentleness, Laziness, Cleanness, Politeness |
-tude | State or condition | Attitude, Latitude, Altitude, Gratitude, Solitude, Fortitude, Multitude, Certitude, Ineptitude, Rectitude |
-ure | Process or result | Pressure, Exposure, Closure, Structure, Failure, Nature, Measure, Culture, Adventure, Seizure |
-ancy | State or quality of being | Expectancy, Hesitancy, Deficiency, Consistency, Abundance, Brilliancy, Diplomacy, Petulance, Exuberancy, Tolerancy |
-acy | State or quality of | Diplomacy, Advocacy, Accuracy, Legacy, Bureaucracy, Privacy, Fallacy, Lunacy, Hesitancy, Sufficiency |
-ence | State or quality of | Independence, Difference, Presence, Absence, Confidence, Influence, Patience, Reference, Intelligence, Resilience |
-ance | State or quality of | Guidance, Resistance, Attendance, Performance, Acceptance, Sustenance, Assistance, Tolerance, Disturbance, Remembrance |
-ment | Process or action | Development, Employment, Management, Improvement, Agreement, Settlement, Adjustment, Commitment, Recruitment, Environment |
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