emphasize
The word “emphasize” has 3 syllables: em-pha-size
It's pronounced as /ˈɛm.fə.saɪz/
What is synonym and antonym for emphasize?
In the thesaurus, “emphasize” has 39 synonyms and 14 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for emphasize along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for emphasize
- accent
- accentuate
- advertise
- amplify
- augment
- bear down on
- boost
- bring out
- deepen
- enhance
- enlarge
- enliven
- feature
- focus
- foreground
- heighten
- highlight
- identify
- illuminate
- italicize
- magnify
- make much of
- maximize
- overplay
- pinpoint
- play up
- plug
- press
- promote
- publicize
- punctuate
- reenforce
- reinforce
- spotlight
- strengthen
- stress
- supplement
- underline
- underscore
Antonyms for emphasize
- belittle
- de-emphasize
- decrease
- diminish
- discount
- disparage
- lessen
- minimize
- play down
- reduce
- subdue
- underemphasize
- understate
- weaken
Meanings of emphasize
- verb
- To stress, give emphasis or extra weight to (something).
Example Sentences
- Teachers often emphasize the importance of reading every day.
- I want to emphasize that safety is our top priority.
- The coach began to emphasize teamwork over individual performance.
- This study aims to emphasize the benefits of healthy eating.
- He used bold text to emphasize the main ideas in his report.
On this page you'll find 53 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to emphasize, such as: accent, accentuate, advertise, amplify, augment, bear down on, belittle.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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