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The prefix un- is an affix in the word unhappy.
What does Affix mean?
Affix means a word part added to a word, or to attach something.
Dictionary definition
A word part added to the beginning or end of a word; or to attach something firmly.
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A suffix is an affix added to the end of a word.
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What is an affix in grammar?
An affix is a word part, such as a prefix or suffix, added to a root word.
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WordAffix.
Partnoun, verb.
MeaningAffix means a word part added to a word, or to attach something.
ExampleExample: The prefix un- is an affix in the word unhappy.
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- Syllables
- af · iks
- Strongest beat
- af
- Ending
- iks
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on af.
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Synonyms
Words like Affix
word partUse in grammar when discussing prefixes and suffixes.
attachUse as a verb when fastening something.
Antonyms
Opposite words
root wordThe main word part that an affix can be added to.
detachUse when something is removed or separated.
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Base word
affix
noun
affixes
More than one word part added to a word.
verb
affixed
Attached firmly in the past.
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