Question

answer the question to show your understanding of roots and affixes. use the common word roots and affixes table for help.
draw a line to match each word with its most likely meaning.
omnipotent
uncaring
destructive
warlike
apathetic
all - powerful
bellicose
damaging

Explanation:

• Omnipotent: The root "omni -" means all and "potent" means powerful. So, it means all - powerful.
• Destructive: The root "struct" means build and the prefix "de -" (here in the sense of undoing) along with the suffix "-ive" (adjective form) makes it related to causing damage.
• Apathetic: The prefix "a -" means without and "path" means feeling. So, it means uncaring.
• Bellicose: The root "bell" means war. So, it means warlike.

Answer:

omnipotent - all - powerful
destructive - damaging
apathetic - uncaring
bellicose - warlike