How does the word sound?
History of this Word
"ion" is from "ienai" (to go) spoken by people of Greece starting about 1000 B.C.
Notes
In this sense, it is a word added to another word to form a new word.
More words with this suffix,
eruption
abrasion
inspection
fermentation
Definition
A word ending that indicates action or condition. Created by people to show how a word is used. Can be added to the end of many words.
Examples of how the word is used
| A good lawn will prevent erosion. |
| Hold your elation in check. |