English · Word Candidate

emphasize

/ˈɛm.fə.saɪz/

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Also seen as: emphasizes · emphasizing

Meaning · English

To stress, give emphasis or extra weight to (something).

Verb

His two-fingered gesture emphasized what he had told his boss to do with his job.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “emphasize” mean?

To stress, give emphasis or extra weight to (something).

Is “emphasize” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.

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