accenting
verb
Pronunciation: /ækˈsentɪŋ/
Definition
Emphasizing or highlighting specific elements, such as sounds in speech, notes in music, or features in design.
Examples
She was accenting the final syllables of every word to sound more authoritative.
The interior designer focused on accenting the room with bold, gold-colored fixtures.
How to Use accenting
- accenting [something] with [something] (collocation)
- to add a feature to make something else stand out — "He finished the look by accenting his suit with a silk pocket square."
- be accenting [something] (collocation)
- the continuous action of placing stress on a specific part — "The speaker was accenting every important word to ensure clarity."
Synonyms of accenting
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