[ment]

1. derivative suffix Added to a feminine adjective, it derives the corresponding adverb. It is equivalent to -ly in English. Example: ràpid, quick, ràpidament, quickly.

Etymology: From Latin mente.

2. derivative suffix Added to the stem of a verb, it derives a new noun. It means action or effect. Example: sentre (verb), to feel, sentament (noun), feeling.

Etymology: From Latin –mentum.