1. Suffixes
Prefix
•Attaches to the end of the word and carries the underlying meaning of the word.
•Indicate procedure, diagnosis or what is happening .
1
2. Apply Your Knowledge
Using suffixes, match the meanings.
Meaning Term
•Inflammation -itis
•Condition
-osis
•Disease
-pathy
•Study of
•Surgical removal -ology
-ectomy
2