Suffixes
What is the meaning of the suffix -s?
plural (more than one)
What is the meaning of the greek root auto-?
self
We saw his expression change from angry to sad.
Definition of expression: __________________
the act of telling or showing thoughts or feelings
"break a leg"
good luck!
What is the meaning of the suffix -ed?
past tense
What is the meaning of the greek root pre-?
before
Expansion of the outer fence meant that more of the protected swamp would be protected from trespassers.
Definition of expansion:___________________
Something made larger by being expanded
"call it a day"
Stop working on something
What is the meaning of the suffix -ist?
one that does
What is the meaning of the greek root mis-?
wrong or wrongly
The bird dove under the water, and came up a minute later with a fish in its mouth.
Definition of dove: _________________
to plunge head first into water
"Going back to the drawing board"
What is the meaning of the suffix -logy?
the study of
What is the meaning of the greek root bio-?
life or living things
Careful navigation through the mountainous terrain allowed the hikers to get to the summit in a record time.
Definition of navigation: ________________
the act of setting a course for a trip
"under the weather"
sick
What is the meaning of the suffix -tion?
The act or process
What is the meaning of the greek root micro-?
small
With this variable weather, it can be hot today and cold tomorrow.
Definition of variable: _________________
likely to change; not constant
"to get bent out of shape"
to get upset