Spelling list: Words ending in -ate

-ate is the most common way of spelling the sound /ut/ in a weak final syllable.

accurate
Does spelling need to be accurate?
affectionate
He's a very affectionate child.
appropriate
His clothes were appropriate for the weather. *
approximate
We asked for an approximate price.
certificate
The college awarded me a certificate.
chocolate
I love chocolate mousse.
climate
Our climate is changing due to human actions. *
considerate
He was always kind and considerate.
deliberate
Was that a deliberate mistake?
desperate
I am desperate for some chocolate.
duplicate
I will make a duplicate on the photocopier. *
estimate
I estimate we'll land in forty minutes.
fortunate
I was fortunate to win the prize.
graduate
She will graduate next year.
immediate
Please give this task your immediate attention.
moderate
The principal visited the class to moderate the behaviour.
passionate
She is very passionate about football.
private
Many scientists working for the government have left for the private sector. *
separate
The teacher had to separate the fighting children.
ultimate
His ultimate goal was to buy the house.