inflection
/ɪnˈflɛkʃən/
noun
- A change in the form of a word to show its grammatical function, such as tense, number, or case.
- Students of Latin must memorize many different inflections for nouns and verbs.
- Adding '-s' to make a noun plural is a common inflection.
- The inflection of English verbs is simpler than in many other languages.
- A change in the pitch or tone of the voice when speaking.
- Her inflection made it clear she was being sarcastic.
- Raising your voice at the end of a sentence is a rising inflection, often used for questions.
- Good public speakers use inflection to keep their audience engaged.
- A curve or bend in a line or surface.
- On the graph, the inflection point shows where the trend changes direction.
- The spine has a natural inflection that allows for flexibility.
- The road has a sharp inflection just past the bridge.
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