Explore this spelling list: Nouns ending in -ant. These words are tailored to support your spelling journey. Select Learn, Games, Test, Print, or Write to get started.
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 the Spellzone Main Course: Unit 33. Word endings: -ant, -ent, -ance, -ence
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Spelling games using the word list: Nouns ending in -ant
Autumn Anagram
A spelling game for Autumn!
Egg Hunt
Crack the eggs!
Word Search, small
The classic English word game.
Spooky spelling
A spelling game for Halloween!
Against the Clock
Spelling 'against the clock'.
Mayan Temple
Try the temple spelling puzzle.
Monkey Business
It's bananas!
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