emphasizing (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈɛmfəˌsaɪzɪŋ/

Definition

Giving special importance or prominence to something in speaking or writing.

Examples

• She spent the entire meeting emphasizing the need for better communication between departments.

• The author is emphasizing the protagonist's internal struggle through repetitive imagery.

• By emphasizing his achievements, he hoped to secure the promotion.

How to Use emphasizing

emphasize the importance of (collocation)

to stress that something is vital — "He kept emphasizing the importance of punctuality."

emphasize that (collocation)

to stress a specific fact or clause — "The report emphasizes that safety must come first."

Synonyms of emphasizing

Words with a similar meaning to emphasizing:

• stress
• highlight
• underline
• underscore
• accentuate

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