suffixes that start with -y, -al, and -ic
Suffixes that start with -y:
1. -ify: to make or become
Example: beautify (to make beautiful)
2. -ify: to become or make into
Example: solidify (to make solid)
3. -ify: to render or make
Example: clarify (to make clear)
4. -ly: in a specific manner or condition
Example: truly (in a true manner)
Suffixes that start with -al:
1. -al: relating to, characterized by
Example: cultural (relating to culture)
2. -al: of or pertaining to
Example: central (pertaining to a center)
3. -al: caused by
Example: environmental (caused by the environment)
Suffixes that start with -ic:
1. -ic: relating to, characterized by
Example: artistic (relating to art)
2. -ic: of, pertaining to, or like
Example: angelic (like an angel)
3. -ic: causing, characterized by, or functioning as
Example: hypnotic (causing hypnosis)