Synonyms for in flections


Grammar : Noun
Spell : in-flek-shuh n
Phonetic Transcription : ɪnˈflɛk ʃən

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Définition of in flections

Origin :
  • early 15c., from Middle French inflexion and directly from Latin inflexionem (nominative inflexio) "a bending, inflection, modification," noun of action from past participle stem of inflectere (see inflect). For spelling, see connection. Grammatical sense is from 1660s.
  • As in inflection : noun accent, intonation
  • As in locution : noun phrasing
  • As in melody : noun harmony, tune
  • As in accent : noun stress or pitch in pronunciation
  • As in tone : noun pitch, volume
  • As in voice : noun expression, language
  • As in modulation : noun timbre
  • As in pronunciation : noun articulation
  • As in timbre : noun tone
  • As in cadence : noun rhythm
  • As in tonality : noun tone
  • As in vocalism : noun voicing
  • As in vocalization : noun voicing
  • As in delivery : noun articulation of message
  • As in diction : noun style of speech; articulation

Antonyms for in flections

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