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Definition emphasize in American English

emphasize verb

[transitive] verb
/ˈemfəˌsaɪz/
1

to give particular importance or attention to something

Example

At school they emphasize good manners.

Example

She emphasizes that her novels are not written for children.

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2

to say a phrase, word, or part of a word with extra loudness so that people give special attention to it

Example

When you pronounce "desert" you emphasize the first syllable, but in "desserts," it's the second one you emphasize.

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3

to make something more noticeable

Example

Naomi's short hair emphasized her cheekbones.

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Definition emphasize in American English