- past tense form of accentuate.
- past participle of accentuate.
accentuated
Example Sentences
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Adam Silverman’s pitiless lighting accentuated the mood and brought the characters into strong focus.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 24, 2026
This will be accentuated by small-cap stocks’ particular sensitivity to moves in bond yields as well as the Nasdaq 100 weakness.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 24, 2026
These experiences often involve guest participation and are accentuated with advanced multimedia technology and sometimes theatrical elements.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 8, 2026
The rivalry between the pair is only accentuated by the fact they are on either side of the sportswear rivalry.
From BBC ● Jun. 5, 2026
The odor of the invisible animals accentuated in the heat mixing now with out-of-control mint and something fruity needing to be picked.
From "Jazz" by Toni Morrison
