Here are some examples:
* Appearance: The state of being seen or visible. (from "appear")
* Endurance: The quality of being able to withstand hardship or pain. (from "endure")
* Acceptance: The act of receiving something willingly. (from "accept")
* Assistance: The act of helping someone. (from "assist")
* Variance: The state of being different or changing. (from "vary")
It's important to note that there are some words ending in "-ance" that do not follow this rule, but they are less common. For instance, "chance" is not derived from a verb or adjective, and it doesn't mean the state or action of anything specific.