Definitions

emphasized

[em-fuh-sahyzd] / ˈɛm fəˌsaɪzd /

VERB

stress, give priority to

Synonyms

STRONGEST

accentuate affirm assert highlight indicate maintain point out reiterate repeat underline underscore

STRONG

accent articulate charge dramatize enlarge enunciate headline hit impress italicize mark pinpoint press pronounce punctuate spotlight weight

WEAK

bear down dwell on insist on labor the point limelight make a point make clear make emphatic make much of play up point up put accent on rub in

Antonyms

STRONGEST

deny

STRONG

lose mumble

WEAK

depreciate forget ignore play down understate

Example Sentences

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However, the two companies emphasized that their partnership isn’t exclusive and that both companies will continue to work with the broader industry.

From Barron's

The instructions allowed students to incorporate personal experience or perspective, but emphasized thoughtful engagement with the original article.

From Salon

The researchers emphasized that these personality labels reflect human observations and that it remains unclear whether wolf-derived DNA directly influences these traits.

From Science Daily

She emphasized that she doesn’t suffer from depression or anxiety, but the scan suggests long-term strain.

From Salon

He emphasized his support for the Southcom forces carrying out the missions.

From Salon