Prefixes and Suffixes
Prefixes and Suffixes
Instructions: Add the correct prefix to create the antonym of the given word:
1. able → _______________
2. legal → _______________
3. comfortable → _______________
1. functional → _______________
2. believe → _______________
3. exist → _______________
1. view → _______________
2. war → _______________
3. dictate → _______________
Instructions: Add the correct suffix to the word to change it into a noun:
1. act → _______________
2. create → _______________
3. teach → _______________
Instructions: Add the correct suffix to the word to indicate "one who":
1. farm → _______________
2. sing → _______________
3. paint → _______________
Instructions: Add the correct suffix to the word to indicate "state of":
1. kind → _______________
2. care → _______________
3. fear → _______________
Instructions: Fill in the blanks with the appropriate prefix or suffix to complete
the sentence:
Instructions: Draw a line to match the correct prefix or suffix to its meaning:
1. Mis- A. Not
2. Un- B. Opposite of
3. Pre- C. Badly
4. -er D. Before
5. -ly E. More than one
Instructions: Rewrite each word, adding the correct prefix or suffix to change
its meaning as indicated:
Instructions: Create a sentence for each of the following words, using the
correct prefix or suffix:
1. -ment
2. dis-
3. re-
4. -ful
1. Bi-
2. -less
3. -ify
1. Undo
2. Happy
3. Misunderstand
4. Teacher
5. Prevent
Section 10: Word Analysis with Prefixes and Suffixes
Instructions: Analyze the following words and identify the prefix and/or suffix:
1. Unhappiness
2. Preparation
3. Unbelievable
4. Discomfort
Across
3. Not capable Down
4. Opposite of "happy" 1. More than one
5. Before a deadline 2. State of being grateful
6. Badly behaved 3. Opposite of "kind"
5. One who paints
Section 12: Prefix and Suffix Reflection
Instructions: Create five new words by adding prefixes or suffixes to existing words,
and provide their meanings.
Instructions: Review your answers. Circle any questions you found challenging.
Write a brief explanation of why you found them difficult.