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English word:
emphasize
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emphasize in WordNet English dictionary
verb
to stress, single out as important
"Dr. Jones emphasizes exercise in addition to a change in diet"
stress
emphasize
emphasise
punctuate
accent
accentuate
give extra weight to (a communication)
"Her gesture emphasized her words"
underscore
underline
emphasize
emphasise
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