Select the correct suffix and form a correct word. “He identifies himself as a supporter of the (right) __________ policies.”
ist
A suffix added to a root changes its meaning and word class. The blank needs a word that describes the kind of policies a person supports — an adjective/noun of political orientation.
‘right’ + ‘-ist’ = ‘rightist’, meaning belonging to or supporting the political right. ‘a supporter of the rightist policies’ is a meaningful phrase.
‘righting’ is a verb form (to put right) and does not describe policies. ‘rightness’ is an abstract noun meaning correctness. ‘rightful’ means legitimate or deserved (‘rightful owner’), which does not describe a political orientation.
Only the suffix that forms a political adjective fits the context of supporting policies.
ist option is correct.
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