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Using Suffixes to Create Nouns from Adjectives (Page 3)
(Advanced, C-Level)

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Suffix -ness

Meaning: state, quality, or condition of being.

kind → kindness

dark → darkness

weak → weakness

happy → happiness

sad → sadness

cold → coldness

bold → boldness

good → goodness

soft → softness

rude → rudeness

rough → roughness

mad → madness

ill → illness

fit → fitness

bright → brightness

Example sentences

We were touched by her kindness.

The darkness made it hard to see.

He admired her boldness in speaking the truth.

The sadness in his eyes was obvious.

She exercises daily to improve her fitness.

Suffix -ship

Meaning: state, condition, or skill/relationship.

friend → friendship

hard → hardship

leader → leadership

scholar → scholarship

partner → partnership

member → membership

owner → ownership

fellow → fellowship

craftsman → craftsmanship

citizen → citizenship

Example sentences

They developed a strong friendship over the years.

The family endured many hardships during the war.

His leadership inspired the team to succeed.

She won a scholarship to study abroad.

Our partnership has been very productive.

Suffix -th

Meaning: abstract noun indicating quality or condition (often older forms of English).

deep → depth

warm → warmth

wide → width

long → length

strong → strength

broad → breadth

true → truth

young → youth

high → height

Example sentences

The depth of the ocean is still being studied.

We enjoyed the warmth of the fire.

The table was custom-made to a specific width.

His strength helped him carry the heavy box.

They admired the truth in her words.

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