Synonyms of accent

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noun

ˈak-ˌsent 

as in emphasis

a special notice or importance given to something

although we dutifully carried binoculars on our bird walk, the accent was on recognizing avifauna by their song

Synonyms & Similar Words

• emphasis
• focus
• stress
• accentuation
• weight
• attention
• underscoring
• concentration
• value
• significance
• import
• spotlight
• moment
• priority
• consideration
• consequence
• worth
• primacy
• precedence
• top billing
• note
• heed
• regard

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• indifference
• minimization
• disregard
• de-emphasis
• underemphasis

accent

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verb

ˈak-ˌsent 

as in to emphasize

to indicate the importance of by centering attention on

the town's promotional literature accents its vital role in American history

Synonyms & Similar Words

• emphasize
• highlight
• stress
• feature
• punctuate
• accentuate
• identify
• point (up)
• illuminate
• play up
• foreground
• focus
• bear down on
• press
• promote
• make much of
• pinpoint
• advertise
• spotlight
• publicize
• plug
• boost
• overplay

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• tone (down)
• play down
• minimize
• understate
• de-emphasize
• underemphasize
• discount
• disparage
• belittle

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of accent

Noun

The color treatment is also reminiscent of what was seen on the first Jellyfish, with a predominantly neutral upper that’s livened up through vivid accents. — Riley Jones, Footwear News, 30 Sep. 2026

Expect light wood accents, rich textiles, white plantation shutters, and framed artwork alongside in-room lending libraries. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Sep. 2026

Verb

Willis followed her mother’s lead in a dove-gray Thom Browne skirt suit accented with red-and-white striping. — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 26 Sep. 2026

The hour and minute hands, as well as the counter hour markers, are crafted in 18-karat white gold, accented by blue Super-LumiNova. — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 24 Sep. 2026