Familiar Prefixes and Suffixes

Familiar Prefixes and Suffixes

Familiar prefixes and suffixes are an important aspect of vocabulary building. Prefixes and suffixes are added to the beginning or end of a word to change its meaning, and many of these prefixes and suffixes are commonly used in the English language. Understanding the meanings of these familiar prefixes and suffixes can greatly expand your vocabulary and help you better understand unfamiliar words’ meanings. In this article, we will explore some of the most commonly used prefixes and suffixes in English and how they can be used to create new words and enhance your understanding of the language. Whether you are a native English speaker or learning English as a second language, understanding these familiar prefixes and suffixes can be valuable in improving your vocabulary and communication skills.

re-

  • regain
  • retake
  • rebuild
  • reconsider
  • retake
  • rearrange

The Symphony of Redemption: Regaining Harmony

The once vibrant city of Lyra lay in ruins, its shattered spires pointing accusing fingers at a crimson sky, a constant reminder of the tyrannical reign of the Iron Chancellor. Music, once the lifeblood of the city, had been silenced, replaced by the clanging of iron boots and the chilling pronouncements of the Chancellor’s enforcers.

At the heart of this despair lived Elara, a young violinist whose melodies, etched with the city’s forgotten joy, echoed only in the confines of her shattered attic. She dreamt of the day when the music would return, when laughter would once again fill the streets.

One evening, a crumpled note, smuggled by a daring rebel, found its way into Elara’s hands. It contained a desperate plea from the scattered resistance, urging her to join them in a daring plan to retake the Grand Opera House, the symbol of Lyra’s fallen spirit.

Elara, her heart aflame with a renewed reconsideration, knew her music could be their most potent weapon. She rallied the remnants of the city’s orchestra, their instruments gathering dust in forgotten corners. Skepticism gave way to hope as they began to rehearse in secret, their melodies weaving whispers of rebellion into the oppressive night.

The night of the attack arrived, cloaked in an inky blackness. Under the cover of coordinated chaos orchestrated by the resistance, Elara and her orchestra infiltrated the Grand Opera House. As the Iron Chancellor, oblivious to the brewing storm, addressed a crowd of cowed citizens, the first notes of a defiant symphony pierced the air.

The music, imbued with the city’s yearning for freedom, was a shockwave of reawakening. People, their faces etched with the scars of oppression, began to sway, their whispers morphing into a crescendo of defiance. The Chancellor’s guards, momentarily stunned, faltered, their iron resolve melting away in the face of the music’s emotional onslaught.

Elara, her violin singing with fury and hope, led the orchestra in a crescendo of liberation. The score, rearranged for maximum impact, weaved stories of past glories, present suffering, and the unwavering yearning for a brighter future. The Grand Opera House, once a monument to oppression, became a crucible of revolution.

The battle raged, fueled by the music’s electrifying energy. But the people, empowered by the reawakened spirit of their city, fought with the strength of a thousand suns. One by one, the Chancellor’s forces fell, their cold, metallic clanging drowned out by the triumphant chords of freedom.

As the dust settled, the Grand Opera House stood resplendent, its flag of freedom fluttering proudly in the morning breeze. Elara, her violin held high, surveyed the crowd, their faces now alight with hope and gratitude. The music had not just retaken the Grand Opera House; it had reclaimed the very soul of Lyra.

The road to rebuilding was long and arduous. But with the power of music rekindled, and the spirit of its citizens awakened, Lyra embarked on a new chapter, its melody of redemption echoing through the streets, a testament to the enduring power of art to ignite the flames of freedom and hope.

  • Regain: Mendapatkan kembali, memulihkan, merebut kembali
  • Retake: Mengambil kembali, merebut kembali, merebut alih
  • Rebuild: Membangun kembali, memperbaiki, merekonstruksi
  • Reconsider: Meninjau kembali, mempertimbangkan ulang, merenungkan kembali
  • Rearrange: Mengatur ulang, merapikan, memperbaiki susunan

-able

  • edible
  • enjoyable
  • recordable
  • curable
  • portable

The Wandering Apothecary: A Cure in Every Satchel

In a realm veiled by perpetual twilight, where towering mushrooms sprouted from ancient ruins and bioluminescent moss painted the forest floor, wandered Amara, the portable apothecary. Strapped to her weathered cloak were countless satchels, each brimming with edible wonders and recordable knowledge.

Amara wasn’t just a collector of curious flora and fauna; she was a healer, her touch imbued with the wisdom of generations past. From the curable sap of weeping willows to the enjoyable glow of moonflower tea, she carried within her satchels the secrets to mend body and soul.

One moonlit night, as Amara navigated the whispering woods, she stumbled upon a village shrouded in despair. A virulent blight had swept through, leaving behind coughing children and feverish elders. The village healer, his once nimble hands trembling with age and fear, could offer no solace.

Hope, however, flickered in the eyes of the village elder, who spoke of a legend: a hidden grove where a mythical flower bloomed, its petals holding the key to curing any ailment. Driven by compassion and her insatiable curiosity, Amara volunteered to embark on a perilous quest to find this fabled cure.

Following cryptic clues inscribed on weathered stones and guided by the chirps of bioluminescent crickets, Amara journeyed deep into the heart of the twilight forest. She braved treacherous bogs, outsmarted mischievous sprites, and navigated through caverns echoing with the whispers of forgotten creatures.

Finally, after days of relentless pursuit, she found it: a hidden grove bathed in an ethereal glow. There, amidst the dappled moonlight, bloomed the legendary flower, its petals shimmering with an otherworldly luminescence.

With trembling hands, Amara carefully collected the flower, its delicate petals cradled within a specially prepared pouch. Back in the village, she brewed a potent elixir, its aroma instantly soothing the anxieties of the ailing villagers. One by one, they sipped the concoction, their eyes widening as the fever receded and strength returned.

Amara, hailed as a savior, spent the following weeks sharing her knowledge, teaching the villagers to identify and utilize the healing properties of their own surroundings. As she prepared to depart, her satchels lighter but her heart full, the elder pressed a small seed into her hand.

“Plant this in your travels,” he said, his voice thick with gratitude. “Let it take root wherever you go, spreading the knowledge of healing and reminding everyone that hope, like a cure, can blossom in the most unexpected places.”

And so, Amara continued her wandering, her satchels now carrying not just remedies, but the promise of a future where everyone, from the deepest forest to the bustling city, could access the enjoyable fruits of nature’s bounty and the curable touch of shared knowledge. Her legend, like the seeds she scattered, bloomed across the twilight realm, a testament to the power of a portable apothecary and the recordable wisdom of a compassionate heart.

  • Edible: Bisa dimakan, dapat dikonsumsi, layak makan
  • Enjoyable: Menyenangkan, nikmat, asyik
  • Recordable: Dapat direkam, dapat dicatat, dapat tercatat
  • Curable: Dapat disembuhkan, dapat diobati, bisa sembuh
  • Portable: Portabel, mudah dibawa, dapat dibawa-bawa.

-ful

  • Beautiful
  • Colorful 
  • Wonderful
  • Powerful 
  • Careful 
  • Thoughtful 
  • Playful 
  • Grateful
  • Joyful 
  • Peaceful 
  • Successful 
  • Cheerful 
  • Delightful 
  • Helpful
  • Faithful 
  • Resourceful 
  • Respectful 
  • Skillful 
  • Merciful 
  • Pitiful

The Symphony of Souls: A Dragon’s Redemption

High atop Mount Ignis, shrouded in swirling volcanic ash, resided Ignis, a dragon of immense power and legendary cruelty. His scales, once a vibrant beautiful emerald, had dulled to the color of hardened lava, a reflection of his cold, unforgiving heart. Villages trembled at his shadow, for his fiery breath brought only destruction, leaving behind landscapes of pitiful ruin.

Yet, amidst the reign of terror, a glimmer of hope flickered in the heart of Elara, a young bard known for her cheerful songs and skillful melodies. Unlike others who cowered in fear, Elara believed in the possibility of Ignis’ redemption. Armed with her lute and a heart brimming with respectful determination, she embarked on a perilous journey to the dragon’s lair.

The ascent was fraught with danger. Elara braved scorching winds, navigated treacherous rockfalls, and even outsmarted a band of opportunistic goblins, all the while composing a wonderful symphony in her mind. Finally, she stood before the dragon’s cave, its entrance guarded by molten lava.

Unfazed, Elara began to play. Her thoughtful melody, imbued with joyful hope and grateful respect for the land Ignis had ravaged, echoed through the caverns. The dragon, his colossal frame stirring from slumber, was initially enraged by the intrusion. But as the music unfolded, weaving tales of lost beauty and the peaceful potential within him, a flicker of doubt sparked in his hardened heart.

Ignis, his powerful claws trembling, emerged from the cave. His eyes, once burning with fiery rage, softened as Elara continued her symphony. In her music, he saw not fear, but understanding. He saw the delightful world he had destroyed, the colorful life he had choked with his wrath.

Shame welled within him, a pitiful realization of the devastation he had wrought. Tears, molten and searing, streamed down his face, carving channels through the hardened lava on his scales. As the final notes of the symphony faded, a profound silence descended upon the mountain.

Then, a transformation began. The smoke and ash engulfing Mount Ignis cleared, revealing a breathtaking vista. Ignis’s scales, cleansed by his tears, shimmered a beautiful emerald once more. The scorched earth bloomed with colorful wildflowers, and a gentle breeze carrying the scent of hope washed over the land.

Ignis, his heart merciful and grateful, vowed to use his power for good. He became the guardian of the land, his fiery breath now nurturing life, his powerful wings shielding the villages he once terrorized. Elara, forever linked to the dragon by the wonderful symphony that sparked his redemption, continued to travel the land, her music a beacon of hope and a testament to the resourceful kindness that can mend even the most broken of souls.

And so, the tale of the dragon and the bard echoed through the ages, a reminder that even the most fearsome creatures can find peaceful redemption through the power of respectful understanding and joyful compassion.

  • Beautiful (indah)
  • Colorful (berwarna-warni)
  • Wonderful (menakjubkan)
  • Powerful (kuat)
  • Careful (hati-hati)
  • Thoughtful (perhatian)
  • Playful (ceria)
  • Grateful (bersyukur)
  • Joyful (gembira)
  • Peaceful (damai)
  • Successful (sukses)
  • Cheerful (ceria)
  • Delightful (menyenangkan)
  • Helpful (membantu)
  • Faithful (setia)
  • Resourceful (penuh sumber daya)
  • Respectful (penuh hormat)
  • Skillful (terampil)
  • Merciful (penuh belas kasihan)
  • Pitiful (kasihan)

-less

Endless 

  • Homeless 
  • Fearless 
  • Sleepless
  • Helpless 
  • Hopeless
  • Flawless 
  • Breathless 
  • Careless 
  • Shameless 
  • Useless 
  • Pointless 
  • Senseless 
  • Merciless 
  • Endangerless
  • Bottomless 
  • Priceless 
  • Speechless 
  • Tireless 
  • Wireless 

The Echoes of Eternity: A Symphony of Survival

In the endless Labyrinth, a sprawling, subterranean world devoid of sunlight, dwelled Anya, a young scavenger ostracized for her flawless white hair, a stark contrast to the grime of her fellow homeless citizens. Haunted by nightmares of a boundless, bottomless void and relentless whispers of impending doom, Anya was ostracized and deemed helpless, her warnings falling on deaf ears.

Driven by a yearning for answers and a spark of fearless defiance, Anya ventured beyond the familiar tunnels, braving the endangerless wastes where monstrous creatures roamed. Guided by fragments of a forgotten prophecy, she stumbled upon a hidden chamber, its entrance masked by swirling mist.

Inside, an ageless entity awaited – the Architect, a being of pure energy imprisoned within a wireless cage. His voice, an echoing symphony, resonated within Anya’s mind, revealing the Labyrinth’s chilling truth: it was a mere fragment of a world shattered by the shameless ambition of a forgotten tyrant, its inhabitants condemned to an endless purgatory.

The Architect, weakened and speechless, could only offer her a cryptic task: retrieve the Harmonious Key, a relic hidden within the Labyrinth’s treacherous depths, said to hold the power to mend the fractured world. Driven by a newfound tireless purpose and a flicker of hopeless hope, Anya accepted the burden.

Her journey was fraught with peril. She outsmarted cunning traps, navigated treacherous caverns, and even faced the merciless guardians of the Key, her nimble steps and fearless spirit her only weapons. Through each trial, the Architect’s whispered guidance, a beacon of priceless knowledge, fueled her resolve.

Finally, Anya reached the Key’s chamber, a vast cavern shimmering with ethereal light. But guarding it stood the Harbinger, a monstrous embodiment of the Labyrinth’s despair. A fierce battle ensued, the cavern echoing with the clash of steel and the Harbinger’s senseless rage.

Just as Anya faltered, on the verge of defeat, she remembered the Architect’s final words: “Embrace the echoes of eternity.” Closing her eyes, she surrendered to the whispers that had haunted her, the voices of countless souls trapped within the Labyrinth. Suddenly, she wasn’t alone.

The voices coalesced into a wave of breathless energy, engulfing the Harbinger and dissolving it into nothingness. Anya, empowered by the collective will of the imprisoned souls, grasped the Key, its surface pulsing with newfound warmth.

Returning to the Architect, Anya placed the Key within his cage. As its energy surged through him, the Architect regained his form, a being of radiant light. With a wave of his hand, the Labyrinth began to tremble, its boundaries dissolving. Anya, along with the other inhabitants, found themselves bathed in the warm embrace of the sun, reborn into a world made whole once more.

Though hailed as a fearless savior, Anya remained humble. She knew true victory lay not in her singular heroism, but in the tireless echoes of hope that resonated within every soul, a testament to the priceless value of collective resilience in the face of endless despair. Her story became a beacon, reminding everyone that even the most helpless voice, amplified by the chorus of hope, can shatter the shackles of despair and rewrite the echoes of eternity.

  • Endless (tak berujung)
  • Homeless (tuna wisma)
  • Fearless (tak kenal takut)
  • Sleepless (tidak bisa tidur)
  • Helpless (merasa tidak berdaya)
  • Hopeless (tanpa harapan)
  • Flawless (sempurna)
  • Breathless (terengah-engah)
  • Careless (ceroboh)
  • Shameless (tidak tahu malu)
  • Useless (tidak berguna)
  • Pointless (tak berguna)
  • Senseless (tak berarti)
  • Merciless (tanpa belas kasihan)
  • Endangerless (aman)
  • Bottomless (tak berdasar)
  • Priceless (tak ternilai)
  • Speechless (tak berkata-kata)
  • Tireless (tak kenal lelah)
  • Wireless (tanpa kabel)

-ly

  • Actually
  • Beautifully
  • Carefully 
  • Easily 
  • Quickly 
  • Happily 
  • Honestly 
  • Kindly
  • Lovely
  • Nicely
  • Perfectly
  • Quietly
  • Rapidly
  • Simply 
  • Truly 
  • Usually
  • Wisely 
  • Accurately 
  • Boldly
  • Clearly

The Clockmaker’s Gambit: A Race Against Time

In the quaint Swiss village of Edelweiss, nestled amidst snow-capped peaks, lived Silas, a bold and wise clockmaker with a secret passion. While his days were spent meticulously crafting perfectly accurate timepieces, his nights were devoted to a grander ambition: unraveling the mysteries of chronoportation, the art of traveling through time.

Silas believed the answer lay within the intricate mechanisms of his most prized creation – a beautifully ornate grandfather clock known as the Chronos. Years of tireless research had brought him to the brink of a breakthrough, a formula etched on the clock’s face in an ancient script, promising rapid transit through the temporal stream.

One stormy night, as lightning illuminated the workshop, Silas, with a clear head and a trembling heart, activated the formula. The room pulsed with energy, gears whirring at an unusually rapid pace. Suddenly, the air shimmered, and Silas, along with his faithful cat, Figaro, vanished into a swirling vortex of time.

He found himself catapulted into a dystopian future, a world choked by smog and ruled by a tyrannical leader known as the Iron Chancellor. Quietly observing the oppressive regime, Silas realized he had a choice: return to his peaceful past or use his accidental arrival to make a difference.

Driven by his kindly nature and a thirst for justice, Silas, disguised as a humble clockmaker, infiltrated the Chancellor’s palace. He boldly exposed the leader’s corrupt schemes, earning the trust of the oppressed citizens with his accurate knowledge of history and his uncanny ability to predict the future (courtesy of his time travel experience).

Silas, aided by a band of courageous rebels, ignited a revolution. His knowledge of clockwork mechanisms proved invaluable in sabotaging the Chancellor’s ironclad defenses. One daring night, during a perfectly orchestrated attack, they stormed the palace and apprehended the tyrant.

With the Chancellor dethroned, Silas restored peace and prosperity to the future world. Yet, a pang of longing for his own time gnawed at him. Figaro, sensing his master’s desire, led him to a hidden chamber within the palace, where another Chronos clock, eerily similar to his own, stood dormant.

Happily, Silas realized he could return home. With a heavy heart, he bid farewell to the people he had helped liberate, promising to never forget their plight. Using the future Chronos, he embarked on the return journey, emerging back in his workshop, seconds after he had initially left.

Back in his own time, Silas continued his research, sharing his experiences and newfound wisdom with select, trustworthy individuals. He never revealed the full extent of his adventures, but his actions resonated throughout the village, his quiet kindness and bold spirit inspiring others to make a difference, one well-timed decision at a time.

Silas’s journey served as a reminder that even the simplest act, performed with honesty and courage, can have profound consequences, rippling through the tapestry of time, proving that the most truly heroic acts are often not grand gestures, but carefully chosen steps taken at the precise moment when they are needed most.

  • Actually (sebenarnya)
  • Beautifully (dengan indah)
  • Carefully (dengan hati-hati)
  • Easily (dengan mudah)
  • Quickly (dengan cepat)
  • Happily (dengan bahagia)
  • Honestly (dengan jujur)
  • Kindly (dengan ramah)
  • Lovely (dengan indah)
  • Nicely (dengan baik)
  • Perfectly (dengan sempurna)
  • Quietly (dengan tenang)
  • Rapidly (dengan cepat)
  • Simply (dengan sederhana)
  • Truly (dengan sebenarnya)
  • Usually (biasanya)
  • Wisely (dengan bijaksana)
  • Accurately (dengan akurat)
  • Boldly (dengan berani)
  • Clearly (dengan jelas)

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