Synonyms of emphasized

emphasized 1 of 2

adjective

as in intensified

Related Words

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

Dissimilar Words

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

emphasized

2 of 2

verb

past tense of emphasize

1

as in highlighted

to indicate the importance of by centering attention on

supermarket tabloids that emphasize sensational news stories

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

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

2

as in reinforced

to make more apparent

that huge belt buckle only emphasizes his big gut

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

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

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of emphasized

Verb

From as early as April, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has emphasized the importance of ensuring that the country’s energy and infrastructure facilities are fully operational and reliably protected for the next heating season. — Sam Meredith, CNBC, 3 Aug. 2026

While recent observations sparked excitement over possible biosignature gases, subsequent analyses have emphasized that no evidence of extraterrestrial life has been confirmed. — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 2 Aug. 2026

Experiences may eventually become a larger part of the platform, but Hachey emphasized that the next year will be focused on lodging execution. — Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026

Meanwhile, Westlake officials emphasized in the statement that protecting neighboring residents would be a priority throughout the planning process. — Elizabeth Campbell, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 Aug. 2026

Her campaign has emphasized protecting working-class residents from displacement while resisting what progressives describe as an increasingly corporate approach to city government. — Barnini Chakraborty, The Washington Examiner, 1 Aug. 2026

Portland head coach Alex Sarama and Fever head coach Stephanie White both emphasized in pregame remarks that inclusivity is a core WNBA principle. — Sabreena Merchant, New York Times, 1 Aug. 2026

The footage at the panel emphasized Doctor Doom’s relationship with the Fantastic Four. — Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 26 July 2026

The remodel emphasized spa-style amenities — including a Finnish sauna, steam room, a fitness center, and hot and cold plunge pools inspired by Therme Vals, the Swiss spa known for its spare, stone-forward minimalism. — David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 25 July 2026