The Suffix Ent Means: Performing As

Vocabulary: Suffix “ENT” The suffix “ent” means: performing as

Adolescent – growing into adulthood - The adolescent years are hard on parents and teens.

Agent – a person or thing that has the power to act - I used to be an undercover agent.

Correspondent– person who communicates through written word - He is a war correspondent in Iraq working for the Washington Post.

Detergent – any cleaning agent - He had to use strong detergent to remove the grass stain from his uniform.

Resident – a person who lives in a place - I am a resident of Frederick County.

Parent – father or mother - I am proud to show my parents this report card; I got straight A’s.

Dependent – relying on someone or something else for help - Our trip to the park is dependent on the weather.

Violent – characterized by a destructive force - Hurricane Katrina was a very violent storm.

Recent – happening lately - A recent storm knocked down some power lines.

Fluent – speak or write a language with ease - He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

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