emphasize
pronunciation
How to pronounce emphasize in British English:
UK [ˈemfəsaɪz]
How to pronounce emphasize in American English:
US [ˈemfəsaɪz]
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- Verb:
- to stress, single out as important
- give extra weight to (a communication)
Word Origin
- emphasize (v.)
- 1765, from emphasis + -ize. Related: Emphasized; emphasizing.
Example
- 1. But the findings emphasize the need for continued vigilance .
- 2. We 'll emphasize how the concise syntax of scala helps you work better and faster .
- 3. But let me emphasize two points .
- 4. They will emphasize intra-party democracy or intra-party elections .
- 5. Look for something positive that you can emphasize .