foment vs fomentation

foment is not a noun while fomentation is a noun.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
foment	No	No	Yes	No
fomentation	Yes	No	No	No

foment (noun)	fomentation (noun)
	deliberate and intentional triggering (of trouble or discord)
	application of warm wet coverings to a part of the body to relieve pain and inflammation
	a substance used as a warm moist medicinal compress or poultice

foment (verb)	fomentation (verb)
bathe with warm water or medicated lotions
try to stir up public opinion