Practice question

The adjective 'unreliable' is formed from the verb 'rely'. Which option correctly analyzes its formation?

  1. Prefix 'un-' (negation) + verb base 'rely' + suffix '-able' (capability), forming an adjective meaning 'not able to be relied on'
  2. Suffix '-un' (repetition) + noun 'reli' + prefix 'able'
  3. A loanword imported directly from Latin without any internal structure
  4. Two unrelated words joined by a hyphen in informal writing

Answer: A — Prefix 'un-' (negation) + verb base 'rely' + suffix '-able' (capability), forming an adjective meaning 'not able to be relied on'

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