An obvious root word and a not obvious root word where the suffix is ous .
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poisonous |
Not all snake bites are poisonous.
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dangerous |
Chlorine gas is very dangerous.
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mountainous |
A large part of Austria is mountainous.
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famous |
The new building was to be designed by a famous architect.
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various |
There were various amusements at the carnival.
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adventurous |
My Scout leader is very adventurous.
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tremendous |
There was a tremendous roar when the goal was scored.
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enormous |
Elephants are enormous.
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jealous |
She has a very jealous boyfriend.
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curious |
I was curious to see how many people turned up.
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though |
Even though it's winter the weather is not cold.
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although |
Although I'm sick I'll still go to work.
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through |
He kicked the ball through the window.
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various |
There were various amusements at the carnival.
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weight |
To win the cake you must guess its weight.
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woman |
This woman sailed alone around the world.
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