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Determine the meaning of a word with -ly or -ness
Free printable Grade 4 English worksheet for "Determine the meaning of a word with -ly or -ness" — practice prefixes and suffixes (vocabulary). No-prep, print or assign online.
This worksheet helps students explore the meanings of words with the suffixes -ly and -ness, enhancing their vocabulary and word analysis skills. Teachers can use it to reinforce understanding of how suffixes modify word meanings and to support vocabulary development in Grade 4 learners. The exercises encourage critical thinking about word structure and meaning within context.
Learning objectives
- Identify the meanings of words ending with the suffixes -ly and -ness
- Analyze how the suffixes -ly and -ness change the meaning of root words
- Use context clues to determine the meaning of words with -ly and -ness
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