Derivation of Words, With Exercises on Prefixes, Suffixes, and Stems: An Appendix to Practical Lessons in the Use of English for Grammar Schools (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Hyde, Mary F.

 
9780266538790: Derivation of Words, With Exercises on Prefixes, Suffixes, and Stems: An Appendix to Practical Lessons in the Use of English for Grammar Schools (Classic Reprint)

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A word that cannot be reduced to a simpler form is called a primitive word; as, true, sun.

A word formed by means of a prefix or a suffix is called a derivative word as, untrue, sunny.

A syllable added to the beginning of a word, to vary its meaning, is called 5 prefix; as, unkind, not kind.

A syllable added to the end of a word, to vary its meaning, is called a suffix; as, fearless, without fear.

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