Which among the following suffixes is not suitable for the root word 'prevent' ?
2018
Which among the following suffixes is not suitable for the root word 'prevent' ?
- A.
able
- B.
ing
- C.
ive
- D.
ious
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Correct answer: D
The correct answer in is Option 4: ious.
Explanation
Option 1 (able): This is a suitable suffix, forming the valid word "preventable".
Option 2 (ing): This is a suitable suffix, forming the valid word "preventing".
Option 3 (ive): This is a suitable suffix, forming the valid word "preventive".
Option 4 (ious): This is not suitable because "preventious" is not a recognized English word.