Suffixes-ant

-ant

Definition: a condition or state (adjective); one who performs an action (noun)

ExamplesRelated Word -ant Example Meaning

pleasing pleasant “in a pleasing state”

defying defiant “in a defying state”

domineering dominant “in a domineering state”

fragrance fragrant “having a pleasant smell”

Sentence Examples Cinderella was clothed

in a brilliant blue dress.

Our flight attendant pointed out the emergency exits.

Now it’s your turn!1. Gasping for breath, Todd reached for his inhalant. (Noun or

Adjective?)

2. That frog is a (mutant, muting); it has gone through a transformation.

3. Dr. Early looked elegant in her new suit. (Noun or Adjective?)

4. Iris was (reluctant, relucting) to study for her test.

5. Can the speech consultant help Timmy learn to speak? (Noun or Adjective?)

6. One (valant, valiant) ant defended its home against invading termites.

Answers1. Gasping for breath, Todd reached for his inhalant. (Noun or

Adjective?)

2. That frog is a (mutant, muting); it has gone through a transformation.

3. Dr. Early looked elegant in her new suit. (Noun or Adjective?)

4. Iris was (reluctant, relucting) to study for her test.

5. Can the speech consultant help Timmy learn to speak? (Noun or Adjective?)

6. One (valant, valiant) ant defended its home against invading termites.