-ence

Pronunciation: /- ˈɛnk/

-ence (suffix)

  1. Used to form nouns that name a condition, quality, or way something is.
  2. Used to form nouns that mean what happens after an action or process.
  3. Used to form nouns that refer to an activity, process, or act.

Examples

  • Her silence showed a calm state or quality.
  • The report highlighted the importance of honesty as a state or quality.