accented

verb

Definition of accentednext
past tense of accent
as in highlighted
to indicate the importance of by centering attention on the town's promotional literature accents its vital role in American history

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Recent Examples of accented The straps’ suede material comes in a gorgeous pecan brown shade that is perfect for fall, accented with adjustable silver-tone buckles to keep your feet securely in place. — Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 4 Sep. 2026 For the ceremony, both grooms opted for classic tuxedos from The Black Tux, accented with green-and-white corsages. — Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 1 Sep. 2026 Add Floral Curtains Bunched floral swags accented many of Parton’s windows. — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Aug. 2026 Everyone in our community has accented their homes tastefully, yet now it’s stripped of any personality. — Ticked Off, The Orlando Sentinel, 22 Aug. 2026 Nearby, a dining area topped with a Noguchi light fixture adjoins a sleek matte black and brass-accented kitchen, which has an expansive island that seats five, integrated appliances, and a walk-in pantry. — Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 20 Aug. 2026 The reception desk is accented by an angular brass piece evoking an airplane wing, and the Academy’s four class colors—blue, silver, red, and gold—show up in the carpeting and at the various entrances to the property. — Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 20 Aug. 2026 Small floral and feather appliqués accented the bust and neckline. — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 20 Aug. 2026 Seats are wrapped in charcoal Mojave PurLuxe Premium upholstery, accented by contrast blue stitching and matching blue seatbelts, distinguishing it instantly from lower-tier Gravity variants. — New Atlas, 19 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accented
  1. highlighted
  2. emphasized
  3. stressed
  4. featured
Verb
  • Pro Football Network highlighted him after the 2025 (October) game against Tampa Bay despite Neal not recording a rushing attempt, pointing to his work picking up pressure against Todd Bowles’ blitz-heavy defense.
    — Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 4 Sep. 2026
  • That chemistry was already on display between Nix and Harvey during the latter’s rookie season, highlighted by a touchdown connection between the two that cemented a late-season victory in Kansas City.
    — Nick Kosmider, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of highlighted
Verb
  • Polcari and Lucchini emphasized that aerobic fitness reduces sweating and heat suffering, calling high physical fitness nonnegotiable for modern drivers.
    — Patrick Iversen, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2026
  • Prosecutors emphasized that the charges are allegations and that Singh is presumed innocent unless proven guilty.
    — Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 6 Sep. 2026
Definition of emphasized
Verb
  • With students’ unmet needs often becoming more apparent in middle and high school, when academic demands increase and educators have less time and fewer resources to help, Ybarra stressed the importance of addressing those needs earlier.
    — Chaewon Chung, Sacbee.com, 2 Sep. 2026
  • If your team achieves target KPIs and bigger business goals but is constantly stressed and burned out because of your leadership style, that success will likely only go so far and last so long.
    — Sam Talya, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of stressed
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  • The lineup featured powerhouse artists across genres and generations, including Chappell Roan, Doechii, Bikini Kill, Garbage, the Breeders, Mitski, and Not for Radio.
    — Angie Martoccio, Rolling Stone, 3 Sep. 2026
  • When Lands’ End featured an interview with Steinem in its 2016 catalog, outraged readers threatened a boycott.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of featured

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“Accented.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accented. Accessed 7 Sep. 2026.

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