emphasize

verb

ˈem(p)-fə-ˌsīz How to pronounce emphasize (audio)
Definition of emphasizenext
1
as in to highlight
to indicate the importance of by centering attention on supermarket tabloids that emphasize sensational news stories

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Relevance

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2
as in to reinforce
to make more apparent that huge belt buckle only emphasizes his big gut

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Recent Examples of emphasize Unlike traditional nuclear reactors, ZiaCore is designed as a factory-manufacturable microreactor that emphasizes compactness, fuel efficiency, and simplified deployment. — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 31 July 2026 Williams emphasizes the importance of keeping emergency supplies like flashlights, working batteries, first-aid kits, and non-perishable food on hand in every home in the event of an unexpected problem. — Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 31 July 2026 Fed Chair Kevin Warsh tried to thread the needle, emphasizing that inflation still must fall without tipping his hand on where rates would go in the future. — Brandy Hadley, Fortune, 31 July 2026 Key changes, like the reduction of Medicaid funding, don't occur until after this year's midterms, so candidates see this as an opportunity to emphasize other, popular parts of the law, like tax cuts. — Rahul Mukherjee, NPR, 31 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for emphasize
Recent Examples of Synonyms for emphasize
  1. highlight
  2. reinforce
  3. feature
  4. underscore
  5. stress
  6. enhance
  7. underline
  8. deepen
Verb
  • But by excluding open-source models, the administration highlighted a stark divide in the tech industry about what models are the safest and most capable.
    — Hadas Gold, CNN Money, 6 Aug. 2026
  • On Tuesday, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass penned a letter to company shareholders hoping to highlight the negative impacts that residents have had to deal with in the wake of the fire.
    — Dean Fioresi, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of highlight
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  • The experience reinforced her belief that the profession itself was never the problem.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Rounding out the formula are rice peptides, which help reinforce the cuticle for stronger, more resilient strands over time.
    — Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 31 July 2026
Definition of reinforce
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  • The Overlook at Garson will be a mixed-use community developed by Pennrose and Radiant Development Partners, featuring efficiency, one- and two-bedroom homes designated as Low-Income Housing Tax Credit units.
    — Elijah Megginson, AJC.com, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Other sections feature views of the Washington Monument and the Smithsonian's National Air & Space Museum.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of feature
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  • The move underscores how selectively, and how aggressively, Netflix has begun courting exhibitors on prestige plays.
    — Clayton Davis, Variety, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Musk said on Tuesday’s call that SpaceX will build its AI computing platform exclusively on Nvidia’s Vera Rubin architecture, calling it the industry’s best AI computing system and underscoring the company’s close partnership with the chipmaker.
    — Tatiana Sataua, Fortune, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of underscore
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  • McCarthy stressed there are tools the team can use to refine their tackling technique without driving each other into the turf.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Physicians are alarmed, stressing that FDA licensing is crucial for guiding patients, as this decision risks confusing consumers about regulated versus unregulated treatments.
    — Joshua P. Cohen, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of stress
Verb
  • Andrew Reiter, founder of Shield AI, advocates for autonomous drones to enhance military safety by replacing soldiers in dangerous reconnaissance.
    — John Werner, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
  • The chilliest option on this list, ice diving at Ultima Hotel Courchevel is a thrilling, health-boosting, and mood-enhancing water experience.
    — Rana Good, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of enhance
Verb
  • Her texts are unpunctuated, uppercase, underlined for further emphasis.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Ditto a late-night fishing excursion that underlines the importance of food to community and vice versa.
    — David Fear, Rolling Stone, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of underline
Verb
  • Communities will debate whether AI improves access to knowledge or deepens dependence on a few private platforms.
    — Gerui Wang, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Allowing your lawn to wilt a little between waterings helps deepen the root system.
    — Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of deepen

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