-ence

1. a noun suffix equivalent to -ance, corresponding to the suffix -ent in adjectives: abstinence; continence; dependence; difference .

-ence

suffix forming nouns

1. indicating an action, state, condition, or quality

   patience

   residence

   benevolence

Word History and Origins

Origin of -ence¹

Middle English < Old French < Latin -entia, equivalent to -ent- -ent + -ia -y ³

Word History and Origins

Origin of -ence¹

via Old French from Latin -entia, from -ēns, present participial ending

Example Sentences

Compiling and analyzing three decades of data, a team of Post reporters — including Dave Sheinin, Michael Lee, Emily Giambalvo, Artur Galocha and Clara Ence Morse — revealed the long-standing challenges facing the league’s Black coaches.

From Washington Post

“It gives you a good feeling that people can cheer for an opponent like little Brogan,” Ence said.

From Washington Times

“It was great to hear his voice,” Ence said.

From Seattle Times

His MRI on Wednesday night came back normal, he has begun walking and walked to the bathroom on his own Friday morning, Ence said.

From Seattle Times

“I’m not familiar with the recovery process of that sort of injury,” Ence said.

From Seattle Times