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Updated June 2026
A general term for an affix attached to a word root.
“Both prefixes and suffixes are types of adfix.”
"Adfix" uses 5 different letters, which makes it efficient for eliminating options. Its 2 vowels balance the consonants. Watch the less-common letter X.
"Adfix" is worth 16 points before board bonuses. It carries the high-value tile X — land it on a premium square for a big swing.
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