Synonyms of accents

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noun

plural of accent

as in emphases

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

• emphases
• foci
• stresses
• weights
• accentuations
• concentrations
• imports
• values
• attentions
• spotlights
• consequences
• moments
• priorities
• significances
• considerations
• notes
• worths
• primacies
• regards
• precedences
• top billings
• heeds

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• indifferences
• disregards
• minimizations
• underemphases
• de-emphases

accents

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verb

present tense third-person singular of accent

as in highlights

to indicate the importance of by centering attention on

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• highlights
• features
• emphasizes
• stresses
• accentuates
• foregrounds
• punctuates
• points (up)
• identifies
• illuminates
• plays up
• focuses
• presses
• bears down on
• spotlights
• makes much of
• promotes
• pinpoints
• advertises
• plugs
• boosts
• publicizes
• overplays

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• tones (down)
• plays down
• underemphasizes
• understates
• discounts
• minimizes
• de-emphasizes
• belittles
• disparages

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of accents

Noun

Inside, spacious rooms showcase contemporary luxury with warm cream hues, vibrant purple accents, mahogany furniture, and marble bathrooms featuring deep soaking tubs. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026

Each color features contrasting Oro Elios (gold) or Grigio Nimbus (silver) lower-body accents and wheels, along with Miura 60 branding, glosse black brake calipers, and matte black exhaust tips. — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 3 Aug. 2026

Stainless steel accents also lend a modern touch but at the same time can be classic, depending on the dispenser’s body. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 3 Aug. 2026

What little distortion there is only accents the lush drums and synths, all unfurling as clearly as the vocals. — Dylan Green, Pitchfork, 3 Aug. 2026

Think jelly sandals, silk scarves and headwraps, blue eyeshadow, bright jewel-tone dresses, or blouses with fun accents like feather cuffs. — Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Aug. 2026

Container gardens make attractive accents to grow in the problem landscape spots. — Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 Aug. 2026

Even the white Reverse Retro jersey in 2022-23 with those colors as accents crushed. — The Athletic Nhl Staff, New York Times, 1 Aug. 2026

Laura Park is a designer and the owner of Laura Park Designs, a textiles and home accents company that’s a favorite of dorm designers and college students. — Jenny Hughes, The Spruce, 27 July 2026

Verb

Jokic plays below the rim, accents the margins, makes the right play, everything that runs contrary to the selfishness rewarded in this exhibition. — Troy Renck, Denver Post, 16 Feb. 2026

Intellectual Mercury highlights your 5th House of Frivolities, while joyous Jupiter accents your 11th House of Hopes. — Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 14 Jan. 2026

Now, greenery accents a dining room for 100 diners that’s awash in neutral tones of tan, rust and wood. — Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 21 Nov. 2025

The open-concept kitchen flows into a family room with faux vegetation that accents the ceiling. — Ray Parisi, CNBC, 17 Nov. 2025

For instance, on the main floor, a Niki de Saint Phalle sculpture accents a jewelry and small leather goods display case while a mother-of-pearl and rose quartz mural of a rose graces a spa salon. — Roxanne Robinson, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2025