Emphasize (Verb)

Meaning ¹

Give extra weight to (a communication); "Her gesture emphasized her words".

Classification

Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.

Synonyms

• Emphasise
• Underscore
• Underline

Hypernyms

• Punctuate
• Emphasize
• Accentuate
• Stress
• Accent

Related Words

• Emphasizing (noun)

Meaning ²

To stress, single out as important; "Dr. Jones emphasizes exercise in addition to a change in diet".

Classification

Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.

Synonyms

• Emphasise
• Punctuate
• Accentuate
• Stress
• Accent

Hypernyms

• Evince
• Express

Hyponyms

• Emphasise
• Emphasize
• Background
• Downplay
• Bring Out
• Topicalize
• Press Home
• Underscore
• Point Up
• Drive Home
• Bear Down
• Re-emphasise

Related Words

• Emphasizing (noun)
• Emphasis (noun)