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derivational morpheme

 

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Derivational Morpheme

Definition:

A derivational morpheme is a type of affix that is added to a root word or stem to create a new word, typically indicating a change in meaning, part of speech, or both. It plays a significant role in word formation and allows for the creation of various related words.

Examples:

  1. Noun to Adjective: The derivational morpheme "ful" is added to the noun "beauty" to create the adjective "beautiful."
  2. Verb to Noun: The derivational morpheme "er" is added to the verb "teach" to create the noun "teacher."
  3. Adjective to Adverb: The derivational morpheme "ly" is added to the adjective "quick" to create the adverb "quickly."

Sample Sentences:

  • She was delighted by the surprising beauty of the sunset.
  • The teacher guided the students through a challenging assignment.
  • He ran quickly to catch the bus before it departed.

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