Word EMPHASIZE: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

emphasize

🇺🇸 [ˈɛmfəˌsaɪz]

Meanings

To give special attention or importance to something, often by highlighting or repeating it.

Examples

• He emphasized the need for patience.
• The speaker emphasized each point.
• They emphasize quality over speed.

Synonyms

highlight • stress • underline

Antonyms

ignore • downplay • de-emphasize