Word family — English definition
Related words sharing a base and connected meanings or forms.
Where it is taught
- Greek & Latin Roots, Affixes & Word Families — Language, Vocabulary & Sentence Craft, English 7: Reading, Evidence & Expression, Grade 7
Questions using word family
Problem 1
Answer and explanation
Related words sharing a base and connected meanings or forms. The unit case offers this example to examine: Revise and revision belong to a word family; revision is a noun naming the process or result. Preview suggests looking before, while review can mean examining again in this context. Those relationships help, but the letters re at the start of every word do not automatically form that prefix. Check the actual word and meaning rather than applying the pattern mechanically. Identify the wording or choice that fits the term. A different accurate example is acceptable.
Use the model to discuss reasoning after an independent attempt. A different accurate supported response can be correct; written work needs human marking.