postfixed
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈpoʊstfɪkst/
KK: /ˈpoʊstfɪkst/
adjective
Definition
Describing something that has been modified by adding a postfix, which is a group of letters added to the end of a word.
Example
The term 'unhappiness' is an example of a postfixed word, where 'un' is added to the root 'happy'.
Conversation
Did you see the new coding tutorial on postfixing variables?
Yeah, I watched it yesterday; it was really informative!
I learned that you can create postfixed functions for better organization.
That's a great tip! I'll definitely try using postfixed functions in my next project.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
suffixed
attached
appended
Antonyms
prefixed
detached
removed
verb
Definition
To add something at the end of another thing, especially in a grammatical or mathematical context.
Example
The teacher postfixed the explanation with an example to clarify the concept.
Tense Forms
Past: postfixed
Past Participle: postfixed
Conversation
Did you see how they postfixed that code in the project?
Yeah, I noticed that! It really improved the functionality.
Exactly! I think it made the whole thing run smoother.
Root Explanation
Postfixed → It is formed from "post-" (meaning after) and "fix" (from Latin "figere", meaning to fasten or attach) and "-ed" (a suffix indicating past tense or completed action). The word "postfixed" means something that has been attached or added after the main part.
Memory Tip
Think of something being 'attached after' ('post-') it has been set in place ('fix'). This helps you remember that 'postfixed' refers to something added after the main part.
Visually Confused Words
No commonly confused words.