Old French · suffix
-ment
act or state
Words sharing this root
abatementA reduction in something unwanted or in an amount owed.accomplishmentSomething achieved through effort or developed skill.adjournmentThe suspension or ending of a meeting or proceeding.adornmentSomething added to make a person or thing more attractive.advancementProgress toward a higher, better, or more developed state.advertisementA notice promoting a product, service, or event.advisementCareful thought before making a decision.agreementA state of correspondence without conflict between positions or features.amendmentA formal change or addition to a law, document, or proposal.appeasementThe act or policy of making concessions to reduce conflict.appointmentAn arranged meeting at a particular time.arraignmentA court proceeding in which criminal charges are formally presented to an accused person.attachmentThe joining of something to a main body or object.attachmentAn emotional bond with a person, animal, or thing.battlementA low defensive wall with gaps along the top of a wall or tower.commandmentA rule or instruction given by a religious or other authority.commencementA ceremony marking graduation.concealmentThe act of hiding something or the state of being hidden.contentmentA state of quiet satisfaction and ease.departmentA distinct division responsible for a particular function.disparagementCriticism that lowers respect for someone or something.enchantmentThe effect of a magical spell.enticementSomething appealing that tempts someone to act.garmentA single item of clothing.governmentThe organized exercise of authority over a community.impairmentA reduction in normal function, quality, or value.impeachmentA formal challenge to someone's integrity or fitness.imprisonmentThe act or state of being confined or deprived of freedom.indictmentA formal statement accusing someone of criminal wrongdoing.intermentThe burial of a dead body.judgmentThe forming of an assessment through considered thought.nourishmentFood or support that sustains growth and well-being.parliamentAn assembly of representatives that makes laws.presentmentThe formal presentation of something for consideration or action.procurementThe process of obtaining goods, services, or supplies.refreshmentRestoration of vigor through replenishment.tournamentA competition among multiple players or teams, often held in rounds.