
In these words the weak vowel sound in the final syllable is spelled with the letter a. There are many words ending in -ant. Here are just a few.
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accountant |
We are looking for an accountant.
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applicant |
The course needed one more applicant.
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assistant |
The shop assistant was unhelpful and rude.
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attendant |
When I entered the store, I was greeted by an attendant.
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consultant |
I decided to see a consultant.
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defendant |
The judge exhibited clemency towards the defendant.
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deodorant |
Wearing deodorant prevents body odor.
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descendant |
He was the descendant of a famous politician.
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disinfectant |
Mum used disinfectant to clean the bathroom.
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elephant |
A male elephant is called a bull.
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entrant |
Emily was the first entrant in the competition.
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inhabitant |
The island only had one inhabitant.
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occupant |
The next door house has a new occupant.
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restaurant |
The food served at the restaurant was delicious.
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sergeant |
The sergeant barked orders at the new recruits.
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stimulant |
Her new shampoo was supposedly a stimulant for hair growth.
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tenant |
The tenant hadn't paid his rent yet.
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tyrant |
The powerful leader was a tyrant.
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Learn more about these words in Unit 33. Word endings: -ant, -ent, -ance, -ence
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