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What does the suffix uous mean?

The suffix "-ous" is a common Latin suffix that usually indicates "having the quality of" or "characterized by".

Here are some examples:

* Dangerous: Having the quality of danger.

* Curious: Characterized by curiosity.

* Ambiguous: Having the quality of being unclear or open to multiple interpretations.

* Humorous: Characterized by humor.

* Fabulous: Having the quality of being extraordinary or impressive.

The suffix "-ous" often forms adjectives, but it can also be found in nouns (e.g., "righteousness").

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