4. (Gram.)
Defn: The variation or change which words undergo to mark case, gender, number, comparison, tense, person, mood, voice, etc.
5. (Mus.) (a) Any change or modification in the pitch or tone of the voice. (b) A departure from the monotone, or reciting note, in chanting.
6. (Opt.)
Defn: Same as Diffraction. Point of inflection (Geom.), the point on opposite sides of which a curve bends in contrary ways.
INFLECTIONAL
In*flec"tion*al, a.
Defn: Of or pertaining to inflection; having, or characterized by, inflection. Max Müller.
INFLECTIVE
In*flect"ive, a.
1. Capable of, or pertaining to, inflection; deflecting; as, the inflective quality of the air. Derham.
2. (Gram.)