Parts of A Word
the beginning part of a word
prefix
row and row
homonyms
a prefix can change the meaning of a word
true
gentle: ferocious
antonyms
Identify the synonyms in the sentence.
The family with the noisy children is very loud.
noisy and loud
the part that gives the basic meaning or form
root
sight and cite
homophone
homonyms are words that have similar meanings
False
tired : sleepy
synonyms
What are two definitions for the homonym 'watch'.
to see something & a timepiece worn on the wrist
the ending part of a word
suffix
eye and I
homophones
homophones are words that are spelt differently but have the same sound
true
smile : grin
synonyms
Mr. B. kindly asked his class to behave.
What is an antonym for asked?
(answers vary)
What is the root in unbelievable?
Believe
What are TWO definitions for the homonym 'park'?
park - a place to play
park - to put a car in a particular spot
park - to stop somewhere
rich and wealthy are synonyms
true
under : over
antonyms
What are two pronunciations for this word:
BOW
b-oh
b-ow
Give a word that has all three parts
(answers will vary)
Spell the homophone that can go along with the word 'whale'
w-a-i-l
the root word of impartially is partial
false
late : early
antonyms
Give a word that has all three parts
prefix - root - suffix
(answers vary)