Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
affixation
Noun
/əˌfɪkˈseɪʃən/
Definition
The process of attaching a morpheme to a base word to create a new word or alter its meaning.
Examples
- The affixation of the prefix ‘un-‘ changes the meaning of the word ‘happy’ to ‘unhappy’.
- In English, affixation is a common method for word formation, resulting in a variety of related terms.
- Learning about affixation can help students understand vocabulary better.
Meaning
Affixation refers to the way in which prefixes and suffixes are added to a root or base word, thereby changing its form and meaning.
Synonyms
- Attachment
- Addition
- Induction
