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italicize

verb

Synonyms and Antonyms of italicize

to make more apparent

high-definition television italicizes every line and wrinkle in an actor's face

Synonyms of italicize

accentuate, bring out, emphasize, stress, underline, underscore

Words Related to italicize

amplify, beef (up), boost, reinforce (also reenforce), strengthen

augment, deepen, enhance, enlarge, heighten, magnify, maximize, supplement

enliven, jazz (up)

Near Antonyms of italicize

decrease, diminish, lessen, minimize, reduce, subdue, tone (down), understate, weaken

Antonyms of italicize

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