Vocabulary Prefixes and Suffixes 3

Question 1

The prefix 'super-' as in 'superhuman' or 'superior' means:

Accepted Answer

Above or beyond

Answer

The prefix 'super-' means 'above,' 'over,' or 'beyond,' indicating a higher degree or surpassing of normal limits.

Question 2

What does the suffix '-ness' form, as in 'kindness' or 'darkness'?

Accepted Answer

A noun expressing a state or quality

Answer

The suffix '-ness' converts adjectives into nouns that name a state, quality, or condition.

Question 3

The prefix 'micro-' as in 'microscope' or 'microchip' means:

Accepted Answer

Very small or tiny

Answer

The prefix 'micro-' comes from Greek meaning 'small,' indicating something very tiny or on a small scale.

Question 4

What does the suffix '-ous' mean, as in 'dangerous' or 'courageous'?

Accepted Answer

Having the quality of or full of

Answer

The suffix '-ous' means 'having the quality of' or 'full of,' turning nouns into adjectives.

Question 5

The prefix 'bio-' as in 'biology' or 'biography' relates to:

Accepted Answer

Life or living things

Answer

The prefix 'bio-' comes from Greek meaning 'life,' and is used in words relating to living organisms.

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