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What is the prefix and suffix of amorphous?

The word "amorphous" doesn't have a clear prefix and suffix in the traditional sense. Here's why:

* "Amorph" is the root word, meaning "shapeless" or "without form." It comes from Greek.

* "-ous" is a common suffix in English, indicating a state or quality.

While "-ous" functions as a suffix, it doesn't detach from the core meaning of "amorphous" in the same way prefixes and suffixes typically do. "Amorphous" is a single, established word, not a combination of separate parts.

Therefore, it's more accurate to say that "amorphous" is a single word with a Greek root, rather than having a specific prefix and suffix.

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