affixed

Everyday

1. (formal) Affixed means fixed, stuck or attached to something. tree →
2. (grammar) An affix is a part added to a word, like a prefix (un-) or a suffix (-ful); affixed means added in this way. tree →

In the lessons

A formal word in instructions and exam language: «a label affixed to the box». In everyday talk people say «stuck on» or «attached». In grammar lessons affixes make new words: «un + happy», «care + ful».

Examples

• A stamp was affixed to the envelope. tree →
• The notice was affixed to the door. tree →
• Labels must be affixed to every bag. tree →
• A photo was affixed to her pass. tree →
• In «unhappy», the prefix «un-» is affixed to «happy». tree →
• The plaque is affixed to the wall. tree →

Note

Formal word. Noun «affix» covers prefixes and suffixes. Simpler words: stuck, attached, fixed.