Practice Question
The graceful dancer moved across the stage as the music began to play. Which of the following is the meaning of the suffix "-ful" as used in the sentence above?
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Correct Answer:
Characterized by
Rationale:
🔴 The word “graceful” combines the root “grace” with the suffix “-ful”, which means “characterized by” or “full of.”
🔴 In this context, “graceful” describes someone who is characterized by grace, showing elegance and smoothness in movement.
🔴 The suffix “-ful” is commonly used in adjectives like “hopeful,” “joyful,” and “thoughtful,” all meaning characterized by the root quality.
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Question Details
- Category: ATI TEAS
- Subcategory: English &Language use Exam(s)
- Domain: English & Language Use~2023
- Answer Choices: 4