underline

The word “underline” has 3 syllables: un-der-line

It's pronounced as /ˈʌn.dɚˌlaɪn/

What is synonym and antonym for underline?

In the thesaurus, “underline” has 20 synonyms and 9 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for underline along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for underline

accentuate
amplify
augment
boost
bring out
deepen
emphasize
enhance
enlarge
enliven
heighten
italicize
magnify
maximize
reenforce
reinforce
strengthen
stress
supplement
underscore

Antonyms for underline

de-emphasize
decrease
diminish
lessen
minimize
reduce
subdue
understate
weaken

Meanings of underline

noun
1. A line placed underneath a piece of text in order to provide emphasis or to indicate that it should be viewed in italics or (in electronic documents) that it acts as a hyperlink.
2. The character _.
3. An announcement of a theatrical performance to follow, placed in an advertisement for the current one.
verb
1. To draw a line underneath something, especially to add emphasis; to underscore.
2. To emphasise or stress something.
3. To influence secretly.
adjective
1. Passing under a railway line.

Example Sentences

Please underline the key points in the paragraph.
Her tone seemed to underline the importance of the message.
The teacher asked the students to underline unfamiliar words.
These findings underline the need for further research.
I always underline quotes that inspire me in books I read.

On this page you'll find 29 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to underline, such as: accentuate, amplify, augment, boost, bring out, de-emphasize, decrease.

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