Spelling list: ir and ear - longer words

These words use the letters ir or ear to spell the sound /er/.

affirm	I affirm my faith in my religion.
confirm	I'd like to confirm my booking.
infirm	The old and infirm need much help.
circular	We were diverted on a long circular route.
circulation	This newspaper has a large circulation.
circuit	He completed the training circuit first.
earnest	They conversation sounded very earnest.
research	Medical research will help cure more illnesses.