English and Language · Topic 104 of 125
Suffixes -ness and -ment
⭐ MasteredThe suffix -ness turns an adjective into a noun, so happy becomes happiness. The suffix -ment often turns a verb into a noun, so enjoy becomes enjoyment.
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Many English words are made with the suffix -ness, which is added to adjectives to name a quality.
All about Suffixes -ness and -ment
The suffix -ness turns an adjective into a noun that names a quality, so happy becomes happiness. Suffixes change the way a word is used in a sentence.
Many English words are made with the suffix -ness, which is added to adjectives to name a quality. Adding suffixes is a helpful way to build your vocabulary.
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