Suffix Meaning Master

Students read each definition and select the suffix that matches the meaning, choosing from a list such as -ful, -less, -er, -ness, -able, and others. This activity teaches students the semantic function of common derivational suffixes. By associating each suffix with its meaning, learners improve their ability to decode unfamiliar words and recognize how suffixes influence part of speech. The worksheet supports vocabulary development and improves comprehension skills by showing how word endings shape meaning.

Curriculum Matched Skills

English Language Arts – Determining Meaning Using Suffixes

English Language Arts – Word Analysis: Derivational Endings

English Language Arts – Vocabulary Development

English Language Arts – Parts of Speech Recognition

This worksheet is part of our Suffixes Worksheets collection.