Pre / Suf
Suffix Meaning: -less
without
Meaning: Nosey Parker
A person who is overly inquisitive about other people's affairs or private matters.
Active: The scientist discovered a new species of plant in the rainforest.
Passive: A new species of plant was discovered by the scientist in the rainforest.
When I arrived to my new job, I was greeted by a man wearing a suit and tie. I thought to myself, he ________ the big cheese around here! Either that, or he is quite _________dressed.
MUST BE + OVER
Indispensable
Something or someone that is absolutely necessary or essential; cannot be replaced or done without.
Prefix Meaning: Dis-
opposite
Go-getter
An ambitious and proactive person who is determined to succeed and often takes initiative to achieve their goals.
Active: The committee will discuss the new policy during the meeting tomorrow.
Passive: The new policy will be discussed by the committee during the meeting tomorrow.
When I went to pay at Woolies, the machine said $2000! All I had scanned was a loaf of bread. I thought this ________ right, there ________ a problem with the machine.
can't be + must be
Make amends
To take action to correct a mistake or wrongdoing, often by apologizing or compensating for the harm caused.
I had my steak on the barbie for 25 minutes last night. Let's just say it was a bit ___cooked.
OVER
Big mouth
Someone who talks too much, often revealing secrets or sharing information that should be kept private.
Active: The dog chased the cat.
Passive: The cat was chased by the dog.
I absolutely love Titanic, you _______ watch it!
MUST
Iron out
To resolve or finalise the details of a plan / idea.
Prefix Meaning: Sub-
UNDER
Snake in the grass
A person who is deceitful or treacherous, often hiding their true intentions while appearing friendly or harmless.
Active: The teacher grades the tests.
Passive: The tests are graded by the teacher.
I stayed up watching TikTok last night, when I _____________ sleeping.
should have been
Tantrum
A sudden, uncontrolled outburst of anger or frustration, often seen in children, characterized by crying, yelling, or other dramatic behaviour.
Prefix Meaning: Mis-
Wrongly
Hot head
A person who is easily angered or quick to lose their temper.
The chef cooks the meal.
Passive: The meal is cooked by the chef.
IDK what I'm doing this weekend. I _______ go to the beach.
MAY MIGHT COULD
Nagging
A persistent and often annoying manner of reminding or urging someone to do something, typically involving repeated requests or complaints about a task or behaviour.