To match the suffixes to their correct definitions, we will analyze each suffix.
1. -able; -ible:
- This suffix often means "is" or "can be." It indicates capability.
- For example:
- readable means "can be read."
- edible means "can be eaten."
- Therefore, the definition that fits "-able; -ible" is B) Is, can be.
2. -less; -ant:
- The suffix "-less" indicates "without" or "lacking," and "-ant" often indicates an action or a condition.
- For example:
- careless means "without care."
- assistant refers to someone who performs the action of assisting.
- Therefore, the definition that fits "-less; -ant" is A) An action; condition; causing a specific action.
Summarizing the matches:
- -able; -ible: B) Is, can be
- -less; -ant: A) An action; condition; causing a specific action
Thus, the correct matching of the suffixes to their definitions is:
1. -able; -ible: B
2. -less; -ant: A
