emphasise
/ˈɛmfəsaɪz/
verb
- To give special importance or attention to something.
- The coach emphasised the importance of practice.
- The report emphasises the risks of climate change.
- She always emphasises the need for honesty in her classroom.
- To say a word or syllable with extra force to make it stand out.
- When you say 'photograph,' emphasise the first syllable.
- He emphasised the word 'never' to show he was serious.
- She emphasised her point by speaking slowly and loudly.
- To make something more noticeable or prominent.
- The lighting in the room emphasises the texture of the walls.
- Her outfit emphasises her long legs.
- The bright frame emphasises the colors in the painting.
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