Synonyms of accentuated

accentuated 1 of 2

adjective

as in concentrated

Related Words

• concentrated
• aggravated
• intensified
• deepened
• intense
• enhanced
• magnified
• acute
• intensive
• exquisite
• explosive
• profound
• heightened
• emphasized
• violent
• blistering
• fearful
• fierce
• ferocious
• terrible
• ghastly
• vicious
• vehement
• excruciating
• heavy-duty
• fearsome
• heavy
• dreadful
• furious
• stressed
• frightful
• keen
• deep
• hellacious
• hard
• almighty
• exhaustive
• severe
• thorough
• harsh
• rigorous

Dissimilar Words

• light
• moderate
• soft
• weak
• feeble
• superficial
• shallow
• decreased
• eased
• qualified
• diminished
• reduced
• moderated
• subdued
• toned (down)
• lightened
• alleviated
• lessened
• abated

accentuated

2 of 2

verb

past tense of accentuate

1

as in highlighted

to indicate the importance of by centering attention on

let's accentuate the saxophones during this piece by having the sax players stand up

Synonyms & Similar Words

• highlighted
• emphasized
• stressed
• featured
• punctuated
• accented
• identified
• foregrounded
• illuminated
• pointed (up)
• focused
• played up
• pressed
• promoted
• bore down on
• made much of
• advertised
• spotlighted
• publicized
• pinpointed
• boosted
• plugged
• overplayed

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• understated
• played down
• minimized
• de-emphasized
• underemphasized
• toned (down)
• discounted
• disparaged
• belittled

2

as in intensified

to make markedly greater in measure or degree

the foul weather merely accentuated my feelings of depression

Synonyms & Similar Words

• intensified
• heightened
• enhanced
• deepened
• strengthened
• consolidated
• reinforced
• amplified
• magnified
• boosted
• broadened
• stepped up
• sharpened
• emphasized
• expanded
• lengthened
• augmented
• redoubled
• extended
• accelerated
• supplemented
• enforced
• enlarged
• beefed (up)
• amped (up)
• maximized
• exacerbated
• stressed
• hastened
• enlivened
• quickened
• pointed (up)
• aggravated
• restrengthened
• jazzed (up)

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• reduced
• decreased
• diminished
• weakened
• moderated
• abated
• subdued
• lessened
• subsided
• receded
• waned
• dwindled
• tapered (off)
• alleviated
• lightened
• eased
• toned (down)
• let up (on)

3

as in emphasized

to make more apparent

unfortunately, the new bedspread just accentuates the dinginess of the curtains behind the bed

Synonyms & Similar Words

• emphasized
• reinforced
• deepened
• underscored
• enhanced
• underlined
• stressed
• brought out
• italicized
• strengthened
• amplified
• heightened
• supplemented
• augmented
• maximized
• enlarged
• magnified
• boosted
• enlivened
• beefed (up)
• jazzed (up)

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• reduced
• decreased
• minimized
• diminished
• de-emphasized
• weakened
• understated
• subdued
• lessened
• toned (down)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of accentuated

Adjective

That’s all the more accentuated in fields where there’s a large demand for labor and few people to fill those roles. — Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 6 Apr. 2026

Verb

These experiences often involve guest participation and are accentuated with advanced multimedia technology and sometimes theatrical elements. — Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026

The Gen Y contingent accentuated that split, with 25% positive and 21% negative, while Gen X went even further, with 20% positive and just 13% negative. — Neil J. Rubenking, PC Magazine, 8 July 2026

And when layered pieces are left completely out of the ponytail, the face is further accentuated, achieving a more youthful look. — Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 3 July 2026

Much of the post-trade analysis from Cubs officials revolved around Peterson’s ability to generate groundballs, a skill that should be accentuated by Chicago’s multitude of Gold Glove defenders. — Patrick Mooney, New York Times, 28 June 2026

The solid wood nightstand combines discreet and open storage for all of your essentials, and its charming scalloped base is accentuated by a punchy shade of green. — Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 27 June 2026

Zoë Kravitz’s braids sweep beautifully into a low bun, accentuated with a few loose and romantic face-framing pieces. — Sunnah Rasheed, InStyle, 24 June 2026

The swimsuit featured a plunging neckline, asymmetrical waist cutouts and thin wraparound straps that accentuated her figure. — Danielle Minnetian, FOXNews.com, 23 June 2026

The mother of the Princess of Wales paired her candy-pink look with lips in a bold cyclamen shade that lit up her smile, while her eyes were accentuated by a bold black line and lengthening mascara. — Laura Scafati, Vanity Fair, 20 June 2026