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Emphasize (Verb)

Meaning 1

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

Classification

Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.

Examples

  • The teacher emphasized the importance of completing homework on time to her students.
  • By raising her voice, the speaker emphasized the urgency of the situation to the crowd.
  • Her body language emphasized her disinterest in the conversation with her acquaintance.
  • The campaign's slogan emphasized the difference between the two candidates' policies on the economy.
  • The warning at the beginning of the movie emphasized the intense violence and explicit content in the following scenes.

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.

Examples

  • The teacher will emphasize the importance of proper technique during the class lesson.
  • The coach emphasizes the need for teamwork to win the championship game.
  • In her speech, the mayor will emphasize the benefits of recycling and waste reduction.
  • During the job interview, the candidate was asked to emphasize their skills and qualifications.
  • The tour guide emphasizes the history and cultural significance of the museum's artwork.

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)
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