Affix — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb noun /ə-ˈfiks/ (verb) /ˈa-ˌfiks/ (noun) af·fix

Meaning & Definition of Affix

Affix (verb)

  1. to attach physically
  2. to attach in any way, add, append
  3. impress

Affix (noun)

  1. one or more sounds or letters occurring as a bound form attached to the beginning or end of a word, base, or phrase or inserted within a word or base and serving to produce a derivative word or an inflectional form
  2. appendage

Affix (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to cause (something) to hold to another

    "affix a first-class stamp to the envelope"

    similar: attach, bend, fasten, fix
    related: adhere, bolt, cinch, clamp, clasp, clench, clinch, clip, glue, hang, harness, hasp, lace, lash, latch, nail, paste, pin, plaster, rivet, screw, shackle, staple, stick, strap, tack, tackle, tie, toggle, yoke, coapt, connect, join, link, unite, reaffix, reattach, refasten, refix, resecure, batten, belay, button, do up
    opposite: detach, undo, unfasten, unhook
    near: break up, disconnect, disjoin, disjoint, dissever, dissociate, disunite, divide, divorce, part, separate, sever, split, sunder, uncouple, unlink, unyoke, loose, loosen, unbind, unfix, unlash, untie

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Affix

The most common words with a similar meaning to Affix:

attach, bend, fasten, fix

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Affix

Words with the opposite meaning of Affix:

detach, undo, unfasten, unhook

Related Words for Affix

adhere, bolt, cinch, clamp, clasp, clench, clinch, clip, glue, hang, harness, hasp, lace, lash, latch, nail, paste, pin, plaster, rivet, screw, shackle, staple, stick, strap, tack, tackle, tie, toggle, yoke

Near Antonyms of Affix

break up, disconnect, disjoin, disjoint, dissever, dissociate, disunite, divide, divorce, part, separate, sever, split, sunder, uncouple, unlink, unyoke, loose, loosen, unbind, unfix, unlash, untie

Word Forms of Affix

Inflections: affixed, affixing, affixes

Derived words: affixable (adjective), affixation (noun), affixment (noun), affixal (adjective)

Origin & Etymology of Affix

borrowed from Latin affīxus, past participle of affīgere "to fasten (to), attach," from ad- ad- + fīgere "to drive in, insert" fix:1

First known use: 14th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Affix

Frequently Asked Questions about Affix

What does "Affix" mean?

"Affix" means to attach physically. As an a verb and a noun, it is defined as: to attach physically.

What is another word for "Affix"?

Other words for "Affix" include attach, bend, fasten and fix. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Affix" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Affix"?

There are 48 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Affix". Common alternatives include attach, bend, fasten and fix.

What is the opposite of "Affix"?

Antonyms of "Affix" include detach, undo, unfasten and unhook. Near antonyms include break up, disconnect, disjoin and disjoint.

How do you use "Affix" in a sentence?

Examples of "Affix" in a sentence: "affix a first-class stamp to the envelope".

Is "Affix" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Affix" can be used as a verb and a noun, depending on the context.

Is "Affix" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a C2-level word, "Affix" is typical of Cambridge C2 Proficiency (CPE), IELTS band 8.5–9.0, TOEFL iBT 114–120, PTE Academic 85–90. Advanced words like this are also useful for the GRE, SAT, GMAT, and LSAT.

How do you pronounce "Affix"?

"Affix" is pronounced /ə-ˈfiks/ as a verb and /ˈa-ˌfiks/ as a noun and divided into syllables as af·fix.