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What Words end with the suffix ster?

There are many words that end with the suffix "-ster." Here are some examples categorized by their meaning:

-ster as a common noun suffix:

* Master: One who has attained skill or knowledge.

* Bester: The best one.

* Youngster: A young person.

* Songster: A person who sings.

* Spinster: An unmarried woman (now considered outdated).

-ster as a derogatory suffix:

* Gangster: A member of a criminal gang.

* Blusterer: A person who makes loud, empty threats.

* Trickster: A person who deceives others.

* Monster: A creature that is frightening or grotesque.

* Quackster: A person who pretends to have medical skills.

* Slobberknocker: A person who is foolish or clumsy (slang).

Other words ending in -ster:

* Minster: A cathedral or the head of a cathedral.

* Cister: A water reservoir.

* Cluster: A group of things.

* Fester: To rot or decay.

* Roster: A list of names.

Important note: The "-ster" suffix can often be considered informal or even derogatory, so it's best to use it with caution and awareness of its potential connotations.

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