Which of the following words is NOT formed using a prefix?

Appeared in: NHM MP Staff Nurse-2022

Explanation

The word 'अच्छाई' (Goodness) is the correct answer as it is formed using a suffix, not a prefix.
It is derived from the root word 'अच्छा' (good) by adding the suffix 'आई'.
This makes it the only option in the list that does not begin with a prefix to form its meaning.

Option A: The word 'अपिधान' (cover, lid) is formed by adding the prefix 'अपि' to the root word 'धान'.
Option B: The word 'अध्यवसाय' (diligence) is formed by adding the prefix 'अधि' to 'अवसाय'.
Option D: The word 'निवेदन' (request) is formed by adding the prefix 'नि' to the root word 'वेदन'.

Clinical Relevance

Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain This question tests knowledge of Hindi grammar, specifically the identification of words formed with prefixes (उपसर्ग) versus suffixes (प्रत्यय) as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
This question is from the non-nursing domain and tests general aptitude in Hindi grammar.
Strong language and grammar skills are fundamental for clear and accurate communication in any professional setting, including nursing, for both documentation and patient interaction.
What if the question asked for the word formed with the prefix 'अधि'? The answer would then be 'अध्यवसाय'.

How to Approach the Question

First, understand the question's requirement: find the word that is NOT formed with a prefix (उपसर्ग).
Analyze each option by trying to break it down into a root word and an affix (prefix or suffix).
For 'अपिधान', identify 'अपि' as a known prefix.
For 'अध्यवसाय', recognize the structure 'अधि' + 'अवसाय'.
For 'निवेदन', identify 'नि' as a common prefix.
For 'अच्छाई', see if it has a prefix. It breaks down into 'अच्छा' (root) + 'आई' (suffix). Since it's formed with a suffix at the end, not a prefix at the beginning, this is the correct answer.

Concept Tested & Keywords

Concept Tested: This question tests knowledge of Hindi grammar, specifically the identification of words formed with prefixes (उपसर्ग) versus suffixes (प्रत्यय).
Stem keywords: Hindi grammar, prefix, suffix, etymology
Lead-in keywords: NOT
Negative lead-in flag: The question asks to identify the word that does NOT fit the given criteria (formed with a prefix).

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