-ation — act, process, result (affix)
-ation
act, process, result
Component
suffix
Latin · Combined -ate + -ion, forms nouns from verbs (information, organization).
Used in (5)
information
A1
/ˌɪn.fɚˈmeɪ.ʃn̩/
Facts or details about someone or something.
imagination
A2
/ɪˌmæd͡ʒəˈneɪʃən/
The ability to form pictures or ideas in your mind.
organization
B1
/ˌoɹ.ɡə.nɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/
A group of people working together for a shared purpose, such as a company or charity.
preparation
B1
/prɪpəˈreʃən/
The act of getting ready for something.
relaxation
B2
/rᵻˌlækˈseɪ.ʃən/
The state of resting and being free from work, stress, or worry.