Affixation

Pronunciation: /ˈeɪˈɛfˈfɪkseɪʃən/

Affixation (noun)

  1. A way to form new words by adding a prefix or suffix to a base word.
  2. The process of attaching small word parts to change meaning or grammar role.

Examples

  • Affixation is a word building method that creates new words.
  • Affixation helps learners understand how new words are formed.