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underline

verb

Synonyms and Antonyms of underline

to indicate the importance of by giving prominent display

the dean's speech underlined some of the impressive accomplishments racked up by members of the graduation class

Synonyms of underline

accentuate, bring out, emphasize, italicize, stress, underscore

Words Related to underline

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

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

enliven, jazz (up)

Near Antonyms of underline

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

Antonyms of underline

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