circumflex (noun)

1. The circumflex accent is used in French literature to indicate a change in pronunciation, such as 'côte' meaning 'coast' and 'cote' meaning 'quota'.

2. In the romantic poetry of Victor Hugo, the circumflex is often used to evoke a sense of longing and depth in the pronunciation of certain words.

3. The painter used a subtle circumflex above the vowel in the subject's name to emphasize the unique phonetic quality of their speech, adding a touch of intrigue to the artwork.

4. The designer incorporated an intricate pattern resembling the shape of a circumflex into the ceiling of the grand hall, creating a visually stunning focal point.