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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

Antonyms for underline

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.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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