Synonyms of accentuation

accentuation

noun

as in emphasis

a special notice or importance given to something

the school's accentuation on math skills has resulted in its students being among the highest math scorers in the state

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

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

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of accentuation

Thankfully, after expending serious overtime up front, the design crew lightened its hand over the rest of the truck, which remains a stout, sturdy pickup without the over-accentuation that characterizes the new US-market Tundra and Tacoma. — New Atlas, 16 Jan. 2026

Held together by a wide black barrette, Gomez’s hair had a shiny quality to it with the ends flipped up for a fun, playful accentuation of the look. — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 1 Dec. 2025