What does inflection mean?
Inflection means (grammar, uncountable) The linguistic phenomenon of morphological variation, whereby terms take a number of distinct forms in order to express different grammatical features..
Inflection
/ɪnˈflɛkʃən/ · noun
Meaning
(grammar, uncountable) The linguistic phenomenon of morphological variation, whereby terms take a number of distinct forms in order to express different grammatical features..
Definitions by Sense
- (grammar, uncountable) The linguistic phenomenon of morphological variation, whereby terms take a number of distinct forms in order to express different grammatical features.
- A change in pitch or tone of voice.
- (mathematics) A change in curvature from concave to convex or from convex to concave.
- A turning away from a straight course.
- (optometry) Diffraction.
Example Sentences
In English, word order often does the work that inflection did in Latin.
inflection from the rules
Synonyms for inflection
Antonyms for inflection
Related Words
Word Forms
- inflections
- inflexion
Usage Notes
Choose a synonym only when it preserves the intended meaning, tone, and grammar of the full sentence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for inflection?
Common synonyms include flection, flexion, bend, prosody.
What is the opposite of inflection?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use inflection in a sentence?
In English, word order often does the work that inflection did in Latin.
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