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Linguistic Roots and Affixes

This webpage provides examples of examples of Latin affixes, Greek affixes, a list of the 20 most frequently used prefixes, and a list of the 20 most frequently used suffixes. It also includes sone interactive activities for students to test their knowledge.

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Vocabulary in context

The aim of this resource is to support students to identify and build meaning of words and their affixes. Students will learn to use contextual clues to determine best word choice. The resource includes a list of strategies that may help to build vocabulary. It includes a list organised from most frequently used suffixes ...

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Can We Help?: Vanishing words: the process of language change

The English language is full of strange contradictions and vanishing words. Have you ever wondered why we sometimes put words together that contradict each other, such as 'pretty awful' or 'terribly good'? If we can be 'ruthless', can we be 'ruthly' as well? Watch as Professor Kate Burridge explains these curious irregularities ...