Which of the following suffixes correctly forms the adjective of the word 'fog'?

(a) -ish

(b) -gy

(c) -ous

(d) -ic

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  1. Both (a) and (c)
  2. (d) only
  3. (b) only
  4. (a) only

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Option 3 : (b) only
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The correct answer is '(b) only'.

Key Points

  • The correct adjective form of the word 'fog' is 'foggy'.
  • In English, the suffix '-gy' is used to form adjectives from certain words, especially those that describe weather conditions.
  • Hence, by adding '-gy' to the word 'fog', we get the adjective 'foggy', which describes something that is filled with or as if with fog. 
    • Example sentence: The morning was cold and foggy.
  • Hence, the correct answer will be Option 3.
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