Latin · suffix
-mentum
means or result
Words sharing this root
argumentReasons expressed in support of a position.argumentAn input value supplied to a function or operation.armamentWeapons and equipment used for military purposes.assignmentThe allocation of a duty, role, or right to someone.complementSomething that completes or improves another thing, or the act of doing so.complimentAn expression of praise or admiration, or the act of expressing it.excrementWaste matter discharged from the bowels.experimentA test to discover what happens or how well something works.firmamentThe sky imagined as an overarching realm.fragmentA small or incomplete part of something, or to break into such parts.impedimentSomething that prevents or makes an action or process more difficult.implementTo put a plan, decision, or system into effect.implementA tool or piece of equipment used for a task.incitementSomething that urges or provokes action.incrementA small added amount, or an increase by such an amount.instrumentA tool designed to carry out a skilled task.instrumentA formal document with legal effect.ligamentA tough band of tissue that connects or supports body structures, especially at a joint.linimentA medicinal liquid rubbed on the skin to relieve pain.monumentA lasting memorial to a significant person, event, or achievement.movementA change in position or location.ornamentA decorative addition that enhances beauty.pavementA hard covering for a road or other outdoor area.pigmentA substance that gives color, or to color with such a substance.predicamentA difficult, unpleasant, or embarrassing situation.regimentA formally organized military unit made of battalions.sacramentA Christian ritual understood to convey divine grace.sacramentalAssociated with sacred Christian rites.sedimentSolid particles deposited by liquid, wind, ice, or gravity.sentimentAn emotional attitude or feeling.supplementAn addition that completes, improves, or increases something.temperamentA person's characteristic emotional nature.temperamentA system for adjusting the intervals between musical notes.tenementProperty held under a legal right of possession.tenementAn apartment building, especially a crowded, run-down one.testamentA sacred covenant.testamentA declaration serving as evidence.testamentA legal document directing how property is distributed after death.tormentSevere physical or mental distress.tormentorA person or thing that repeatedly causes suffering or distress.vestmentA ceremonial garment worn by clergy during worship.