Synonyms of accentuates

accentuates

verb

present tense third-person singular of accentuate

1

as in emphasizes

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

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

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

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

2

as in enhances

to make markedly greater in measure or degree

the foul weather merely accentuated my feelings of depression

Synonyms & Similar Words

• enhances
• intensifies
• heightens
• deepens
• strengthens
• consolidates
• reinforces
• amplifies
• magnifies
• emphasizes
• boosts
• sharpens
• broadens
• redoubles
• expands
• steps up
• augments
• extends
• lengthens
• amps (up)
• maximizes
• enforces
• accelerates
• enlarges
• beefs (up)
• stresses
• hastens
• exacerbates
• quickens
• points (up)
• enlivens
• aggravates
• supplements
• restrengthens
• jazzes (up)

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• reduces
• decreases
• diminishes
• moderates
• weakens
• tones (down)
• lessens
• abates
• subdues
• recedes
• subsides
• wanes
• alleviates
• tapers (off)
• lightens
• eases
• lets up (on)
• dwindles

3

as in reinforces

to make more apparent

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• emphasizes
• reinforces
• enhances
• underlines
• underscores
• deepens
• stresses
• brings out
• amplifies
• strengthens
• italicizes
• maximizes
• heightens
• augments
• enlarges
• magnifies
• supplements
• enlivens
• boosts
• beefs (up)
• jazzes (up)

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• reduces
• decreases
• minimizes
• de-emphasizes
• diminishes
• tones (down)
• understates
• weakens
• lessens
• subdues

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of accentuates

The V-neck accentuates the décolletage without being too low, and the straps adjust for a custom fit. — Shea Simmons, PEOPLE, 31 July 2026

Its skinny belt accentuates the waist, tying the dress back in a silhouette-enhancing wrap style. — Irene Richardson, InStyle, 14 July 2026

But this is what the All-Star Game not only allows but accentuates — the opportunity to talk about the individual. — Sam McDowell 7, Kansas City Star, 7 July 2026

The common thread between these two looks is the triangle halter neckline, with straps that meet at the neck and accentuates the shoulders. — Tatiana Ojea, Glamour, 5 July 2026

Attraction Of Two Distinct Towns Both Munich and Dresden carry their own attraction for startups, whilst their proximity and connectivity accentuates it. — Gaurav Sharma, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026

The Ultraworld not only accentuates the effects of technology but also enables traditional systems. — Simon Sebag Montefiore, The Atlantic, 28 June 2026

This trendy cut perfectly frames her makeup, featuring a depth-creating black line that accentuates her eyes. — Laura Scafati, Vanity Fair, 20 June 2026

The high heat accentuates the natural sweetness of the onions and still gives them that pleasantly toasty and golden color and texture, just with a little less fuss than caramelizing onions on a stovetop, which requires regular stirring. — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 June 2026