Word: antiformal
Part of speech: Adjective
Syllables: an
ti
for
mal
Definition: Relating to an antiform. A topographic feature which is composed of sedimentary layers in a convex formation, but may not actually form a real anticline (i.e., the oldest rocks may not be exposed in the middle).
Morphemes:
Affix: anti-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: Physically opposite: applied to mountain ranges.
Affix: form
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: To do with shape.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: fōrma
Language: la
Decoded: forma
Meaning: shape, figure, image, outline, plan, mold, frame, case, etc., manner, sort, kind, etc.
Affix: -al
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: Of or pertaining to. Adjectival suffix appended to various words, often nouns, to make an adjective form. Often added to words of Latin origin, but used with other words also.