Suffixes -ful / -less
The suffix “- ful” represents an adjective.
The meaning is “full of something”
Examples:
peaceful (adjective) = full of peace and quiet.
This view is very peaceful.
cheerful (adjective) = happy (full of cheer)
David is very cheerful today.
Other examples: thankful, useful, helpful
The suffix “- less” represents an adjective.
The meaning is “without”.
Examples:
endless (adjective) = without an end
The road seems endless.
homeless (adjective) = without a home
The lady is homeless.
Other examples: hopeless, fearless, useless
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