How is the word 'infeliz' formed?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Prefix derivation
- Step 1: The word 'infeliz' consists of the negative/privative prefix in- attached to the base adjective 'feliz'. Step 2. Adding an affix (here a prefix) to an existing lexical base is derivation by prefixation. Answer: Prefix derivation. Why not the others: Composition involves joining two or more independent lexical roots (such as sacacorchos). Suffix derivation involves appending a suffix to a base (such as felizmente), whereas -iz is part of the root here. Parasynthesis requires the simultaneous addition of a prefix and a suffix where neither affix can stand alone with the root (such as enloquecer).
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