word
Emphasize
EH-mfuh-syz
/ˈɛmfʌˌsaɪz/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
emphasize
Dictionary meaning
To stress, single out as important.
Examples
- Dr. Jones emphasizes exercise in addition to a change in diet.
- Their gestures emphasized their words.
Synonyms: accent
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