Definitions

diacritical

[dahy-uh-krit-i-kuhl] / ˌdaɪ əˈkrɪt ɪ kəl /

ADJECTIVE

distinguishing

Synonyms

WEAK

discriminating marking

Example Sentences

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Diacritical marks: Use only those associated with Romance languages.

From Slate • Feb. 26, 2015

Diacritical marks intended to distinguish between the various sibilants, dentals, nasals, and so forth, of the Arabic and Sanskrit alphabets, have been purposely omitted.

From Rambles and Recollections of an Indian Official by Sleeman, William

Diacritical marks have been avoided, with the exception of the macron.

From The Little Clay Cart Mrcchakatika by Ryder, Arthur William

Is the letter y ever marked by Diacritical Marks?

From 1001 Questions and Answers on Orthography and Reading by Hathaway, B. A.

What is the use of the Caret as a Diacritical Mark?

From 1001 Questions and Answers on Orthography and Reading by Hathaway, B. A.

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