What does circumflex mean?
Circumflex means A diacritical mark (ˆ) placed over a vowel in the orthography or transliteration of many languages to change its pronunciation; while in some other languages over a consonant..
Circumflex
/ˈsɜː.kəmˌflɛks/ · noun
Meaning
A diacritical mark (ˆ) placed over a vowel in the orthography or transliteration of many languages to change its pronunciation; while in some other languages over a consonant..
Definitions by Sense
- A diacritical mark (ˆ) placed over a vowel in the orthography or transliteration of many languages to change its pronunciation; while in some other languages over a consonant.
- Having a circumflex mark.
- Curving around.
- To mark or pronounce with a circumflex.
- (obsolete) To arch.
Example Sentences
ê is e circumflex.
The circumflex coronary artery
to circumflex a syllable
those words […]circumflexed on the last syllabe
A venerable old man sitting in a chaire, with a severe aspect, wrinkled forehead, circumflex't eie-browes, great white curled beard.
Synonyms for circumflex
Antonyms for circumflex
Related Words
Word Forms
- circumflexes
- circumflexing
- circumflexed
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for circumflex?
Common synonyms include circumflex accent.
What is the opposite of circumflex?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use circumflex in a sentence?
ê is e circumflex.
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