ISEE/SSAT Vocabulary Builder›Words›E›emphasize
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emphasize
to give special attention or importance to something
Synonyms
- stress
- highlight
- underline
Antonyms
- minimize
- downplay
emphasize in a sentence
The coach tried to emphasize teamwork during practice.
The diagram used bold arrows to emphasize the flow of energy.
Where it comes from
From Greek emphasis 'outward appearance, significance' (en- 'in' + phainein 'to show').
Memory hook
Emphasize means to put emphasis on an idea.
Read it in context
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