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underlining

The word “underlining” has 4 syllables: un-der-lin-ing

It's pronounced as /ˈʌn.dɚˌlaɪ.nɪŋ/

What is synonym and antonym for underlining?

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

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

Synonyms for underlining

Antonyms for underlining

Meanings of underlining

  • verb
    1. To draw a line underneath something, especially to add emphasis; to underscore.
    2. To emphasise or stress something.
    3. To influence secretly.
  • noun
    1. An act or instance of marking text with an underline.
    2. A lining on the inside of a garment.

Example Sentences

  • She was busy underlining the main points in her textbook.
  • He kept underlining his words with dramatic gestures.
  • The report is underlining the urgent need for reform.
  • I spent the evening underlining quotes in the novel.
  • His speech was powerful, underlining the importance of unity.

On this page you'll find 29 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to underlining, such as: accentuating, amplifying, augmenting, boosting, bringing out, de-emphasizing, decreasing.

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

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maintaining

accentuating

emphasis

declaring

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