What does “-less” mean at the end of a word?

The suffix “-less” usually means “without,” “lacking,” or “free from” something. For example, fearless means “without fear,” while painless means “without pain.”

Is “-less” a prefix or a suffix?

“-Less” is a suffix because it appears at the end of a base word. A prefix appears at the beginning of a word, while a suffix appears at the end.

Are all words ending in less negative?

No. Some describe positive qualities: fearless means brave, selfless means caring about others, and flawless means perfect. Others, such as careless , heartless , and hopeless , are clearly negative.

What are some positive words ending in “-less”?

Positive examples include fearless , selfless , flawless , tireless , effortless , priceless , timeless , and limitless . They describe courage, kindness, beauty, value, or strong effort.

Are words ending in less always adjectives?

Almost always. Words like fearless (a fearless leader), wireless (a wireless device), and hopeless (a hopeless situation) describe nouns, so they are adjectives. Add “-ly” to make an adverb: carelessly , endlessly .

What is the difference between “-less” and “-ful”?

“-Less” means “without,” while “-ful” means “full of” or “having.” Many base words take both: careful and careless , hopeful and hopeless . Not every pair exists, though. We say countless , but never “countful.” See our list of words ending in ful .

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underneath 10 letters · 14 points on the lower or downward side; on the underside of
unfairness 10 letters · 13 points partiality that is not fair or equitable
ungoverned 10 letters · 15 points not restrained or controlled
vernacular 10 letters · 15 points being or characteristic of or appropriate to everyday language

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turnability 11 letters · 16 points The property of being able to turn
ultramodern 11 letters · 14 points extremely modern
unburnished 11 letters · 17 points of metals e.g.; not made shiny and smooth by friction

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