ENGLISH DICTIONARYMeaning
(no longer productive) Used to form nouns meaning "the action of (a verb)" or "the result of (a verb)". Words ending in this suffix are almost always derived from a similar Latin word; a few (e.g. gumption) are not derived from Latin and are unrelated to any verb. More often, -ation is used..
Example Sentences
ignore + -tion → ignortion
scrimp + -tion → scrimption
Word Forms
- -tions
- -ion
- -ation
- -sion
- -ition
- ⠰⠝
When Should You Use -tion?
Use -tion when its meaning, tone and grammar fit the full sentence. A synonym is not always a direct replacement.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does -tion mean?
-tion means (no longer productive) Used to form nouns meaning "the action of (a verb)" or "the result of (a verb)". Words ending in this suffix are almost always derived from a similar Latin word; a few (e.g. gumption) are not derived from Latin and are unrelated to any verb. More often, -ation is used..
What is a synonym for -tion?
The closest synonym depends on the sentence and intended sense.
What is the opposite of -tion?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use -tion in a sentence?
ignore + -tion → ignortion
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