fomentation vs foment

fomentation is a noun but foment is not a noun.

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

fomentation (noun)	foment (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

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