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EMPHASISE

(verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Emphasise.

Emphasise - as a verb

Give extra weight to (a communication)

Example: "Her gesture emphasized her words"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
emphasize25underline10underscore13

To stress, single out as important

Example: "Dr. jones emphasizes exercise in addition to a change in diet"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
accent10accentuate14emphasize25punctuate13stress6
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
evince11express16show10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"She emphasised the importance of regular exercise."
"The speaker emphasised the need for immediate action."
"He emphasises his point by repeating it several times."
"The teacher emphasised the correct pronunciation of each word."
"They emphasised the positive aspects of the new project."
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Word Game Points

Is EMPHASISE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, emphasise is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

EMPHASISE has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is EMPHASISE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, emphasise is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
EMPHASISE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is EMPHASISE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, emphasise is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
EMPHASISE has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.

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