-ence — state, quality, action (affix)

difference A1

/ˈdɪf(ə)ɹəns/ The way in which two or more things are not the same. M S

silence A2

/ˈsaɪləns/ A complete lack of sound. M S

intelligence A2

/ɪnˈtɛl.ɪ.d͡ʒəns/ The ability to learn, understand, and think clearly. M S

confidence B1

/ˈkɑn.fɪ.dəns/ The feeling that you can do things well and succeed. M S

patience B1

/ˈpæɪ̯.ʃəns/ The ability to stay calm and wait without getting angry or upset. M S