| Prefix | Meaning | Example Words | Example Sentences |
|---|---|---|---|
| re | doing again |
Rewrite
Reconnect, Reconsider |
After years of being apart, they decided to reconnect over coffee. |
| pre | before |
Predict, Prepare, Presume |
I presume he'll be late again, given his track record. |
| en | In/within |
Engage, Enrich, Enable |
Reading books can greatly enrich your understanding of the world. |
| un |
The opposite of someone or something |
Undo, Uncover, Unite |
He wished he could undo the hurtful words he had spoken. |
| dis |
The opposite of someone or something |
Dismiss, Disagree, Disapprove |
Her parents disapprove of her decision to quit school. |
| nor |
The opposite of someone or something |
Normal, Northward, Northerly |
The road curved northward, leading them deeper into the forest. |
| ir |
The opposite of someone or something |
Irregular, Irresistible, Irreplaceable |
The aroma of freshly baked cookies was irresistible. |
| II |
The opposite of someone or something |
Illuminate, Illustrate Illegible |
His handwriting was so messy that it was almost illegible. |
| in |
The opposite of s omeone or something |
Invert, Inflate, Inscribe |
Be careful not to overinflate the balloon, or it might burst. |
| im |
The opposite of someone or something |
Import, Immerse Impact |
The company decided to import new machinery for the factory. |
| anti |
Against/the opposite of someone or something |
Antivirus, Antidote, Antifreeze |
It's important to regularly update your antivirus software. |
| mis | Incorrect/wrong |
Mislead, Misjudge Misinterpret |
He tried to mislead the investigators with false information. |
non | Not/no/none |
Nonchalant, Nonprofit, Nonfiction |
Despite the chaos around her, she remained nonchalant. |
| uni | one |
Unify, Unison Uniform |
The team worked together to unify their strategies for the project. |
| co: | Together/with |
Cooperate, Coordinate, Coexist |
The dancers had to coordinate their movements perfectly. |
| sub | Under |
Cooperate, Coordinate Coexist |
As the submarine descended, it began to submerge beneath the waves. |
| Suffix | Meaning | Example words | Your Sentences |
| Able |
The adjective form of the word |
Comfortable, Reliable, Portable |
The new car model is known for its reliable engine and low maintenance costs. |
| ion |
Condition/result/ process |
Celebration, Decision, Expression |
After much deliberation, she finally made the decision to pursue her dream career. |
| tion |
Condition/result/ process |
Exploration, Education, Invitation |
The team embarked on an exploration of the uncharted territory, eager to discover new species. |
| ive |
Condition/result/ process |
Creative, Active, Positive |
Regular exercise keeps him healthy and active, allowing him to enjoy various outdoor activities. |
| al |
The adjective form of the word |
Musical, Cultural, Natural |
She prefers using natural skincare products made from organic ingredients. |
| ial |
The adjective form of the word |
Financial, Residential, Essential |
The neighborhood is primarily residential, with many families living in single-family homes. |
| y |
The adjective form of the word |
Happy, Sunny, Rainy |
We decided to have a picnic in the park on such a sunny day. |
| ly |
The adverb form of the word |
Quickly, Carefully, Happily |
He finished the project quickly, impressing his boss with his efficiency. |
| ness | State/condition |
Kindness, Darkness, Happiness |
The man showed his kindness towards the poor. |
| ous | Possessing a quality |
Fabulous, Delicious, Courageous |
A courageous person should be revered. |
| ful | Full of |
Wonderful, Beautiful, Grateful |
The moment was completely wonderful. |
| lng | Making continuous tense; or, making gerund |
Running, Swimming, Singing |
Swimming is good for health. |
| ism | The noun form of the word | Capitalism, Socialism, Racism |
Capitalism is the modern socio-political economic system. |
| ize | To form verb |
Organize, Realize Customize |
Customers can customize their smartphones with various accessories and features. |
| er | To form noun | Teacher, Writer, Singer |
As a writer, she spends hours each day crafting stories and articles. |
| est |
To form superlative degree of adjective |
Tallest, Strongest, Biggest |
Among all the contenders, he proved to be the strongest candidate for the job. |
| ment | To form noun |
Development, Improvement, Management |
The city's rapid development has led to significant changes in its infrastructure. |
| less |
To form adjective which indicates lack of something |
Helpless, Fearless, Careless |
Despite the danger, the fearless explorer ventured into the deep jungle in search of rare plants. |
| ish | To form adjective |
Foolish, Childish, Greenish |
It would be foolish to ignore the advice of experienced professionals. |
| hood | To form noun |
Childhood, Brotherhood, Neighborhood |
The bond of brotherhood between the two siblings was unbreakable. |
| dom | To form noun |
Kingdom, Freedom, Wisdom |
Her grandmother's wisdom and life lessons were invaluable to her. |
