Words with -less

  1. Definition:
    • The suffix “-less” means “without” or “lacking.” When added to the end of a word, it transforms the word into an adjective describing the absence of something.
  2. Formation:
    • The suffix “-less” is added to nouns to form adjectives. For example, “home” (noun) + “less” = “homeless” (adjective).

  1. Common Words:
    • Homeless: Without a home.
    • Careless: Without care.
    • Fearless: Without fear.
    • Priceless: So valuable that it cannot be priced.
    • Endless: Without an end.

  1. Less Common Words:
    • Nameless: Without a name.
    • Sleepless: Without sleep.
    • Effortless: Requiring no effort.
    • Helpless: Unable to help oneself.
    • Powerless: Without power.

  1. Homeless: Many cities have shelters for homeless people.
  2. Careless: She made a careless mistake on her homework.
  3. Fearless: The firefighter was fearless in the face of danger.
  4. Priceless: The memories of our vacation are priceless.
  5. Endless: The ocean seemed endless as far as the eye could see.

  1. Identify the Noun: Start with a noun that can be lacking something.
  2. Add the Suffix: Attach “-less” to the end of the noun.
    • Example: “care” + “less” = “careless”
    • Example: “end” + “less” = “endless”

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