Prefixes
What does the prefix "sub-" mean as used in the word submarine?
under
What does the suffix "-able" mean as used in the words collectable or attainable?
can be or able to
What does the root auto mean as used in the word automatic?
self
to study or examine something in great detail, in order to discover more about it
analyze
Two words that have the same or nearly the same meaning
synonyms
What does the prefix "tri-" mean as used in the word tripod?
three
What does the suffix "-logy" mean as used in the words biology or archeology?
science of or the study of
What does the root graph mean as used in the word autograph?
write
in informational text, it is the author's attitude toward a topic or subject
in literary text, it is a character's attitude
author's perspective
The words punctual and tardy are what?
antonyms
What does the prefix "mis-" mean as used in the words misconduct or misplaced?
wrongly
What does adding the suffix "-ly" to a word tell you? (ex. briefly, sadly, lonely)
What does the root scope mean as used in the words microscope or telescope?
viewing instrument
the most important or central thoughts unifying elements of a text
central idea
What is a synonym for the word livid?
angry
What does the prefix "anti-" mean as used in the word antisocial?
against
the suffixes -ion, -tion, and -ation mean an act or process. What two words can you create using these suffixes.
confusion, inspection, reputation, etc.
What does the root bene mean as used in the words benefit or beneficial?
good
the author or speaker's attitude toward a subject. Can be serious, sarcastic, cheerful, etc.
tone
What is an antonym for the word fragile?
strong, sturdy, durable
not
If -ence means the act or condition of, create a word with the suffix
-ence
excellence, persistence, assistance, importance
What does the root chron mean as used in the word chronological?
time
metaphors, similes, hyperbole, and idioms are all examples of?
figurative language
What is the difference between the words connotation and denotation?
connotation: the emotions or ideas a word makes you think of