accentuate

The word “accentuate” has 4 syllables: ac-cen-tu-ate.

It's pronounced as /əkˈsɛn.tʃu.eɪt/.


What is synonym and antonym for accentuate?

In the thesaurus, “accentuate” has 12 synonyms and 12 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for accentuate along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for accentuate

  • deepen
  • emphasize
  • enhance
  • heighten
  • highlight
  • intensify
  • point up
  • reinforce
  • strengthen
  • stress
  • underline
  • underscore

Antonyms for accentuate

  • abate
  • de-emphasize
  • decrease
  • diminish
  • lessen
  • minimize
  • moderate
  • play down
  • reduce
  • underemphasize
  • understate
  • weaken

Meanings of accentuate

  • verb
    1. To pronounce with an accent or vocal stress.
    2. To bring out distinctly; to make more noticeable or prominent; to emphasize.
    3. To mark with a written accent.

Example Sentences

  • The designer used bright colors to accentuate the beauty of the dress.
  • She decided to accentuate her features with a bold makeup look.
  • The lighting in the room was arranged to accentuate the artwork on the walls.
  • His speech was meant to accentuate the importance of teamwork.
  • The new furniture helped to accentuate the spaciousness of the living room.

On this page you'll find 24 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to accentuate, such as: abate, de-emphasize, decrease, deepen, diminish, emphasize, enhance.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

Related Words

made much of

  • accentuate
  • acclaim
  • admire
  • advocate
  • affirm
  • applaud
  • appreciate
  • assert
  • beseech
  • cajole
  • celebrate
  • cite
  • commend
  • compliment
  • congratulate
  • emphasized
  • endorse
  • eulogize
  • exalt
  • extol
  • fawn
  • featured
  • glorify
  • hail
  • highlight
  • highlighted
  • honor
  • indicate
  • laud
  • maintain
  • point out
  • praise
  • proclaim
  • recommend
  • reiterate
  • repeat
  • stressed
  • tout
  • underline
  • underscore

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