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accent

1 of 2verb
/ˈæk.ˌsɛnt/
Forms:accents,accenting,accented,accented
1

to stress or single out something as important or noteworthy

transitive
  • In the painting, the artist chose vibrant colors to accent the focal point and create visual interest.
  • The teacher encouraged students to use bold font to accent important information in their essays.
  • The designer accented the simplicity of the dress with a bold statement necklace.
  • The chef accented the natural flavors of the dish with a drizzle of high-quality olive oil.
  • The speaker accented the main points of the presentation to ensure clarity.
Synonyms:
stressemphasiseemphasizeaccentuatepunctuate
2

to express or pronounce a word with particular stress or emphasis on a syllable or sound

transitive
  • During the negotiation, the manager strategically used pauses to accent the critical terms of the agreement.
  • The actor accented each line of the monologue with a dramatic flair, captivating the audience.
  • He accented the word "emphasis" on the second syllable to convey its meaning clearly.
  • In Irish Gaelic, it's important to accent certain vowels to convey the correct meaning.
Synonyms:
stressaccentuate