Word
emphasized
Phoneticsem·pha·sized, stress on the first syllable
/ˈɛmfəˌsaɪzd/
UK spelling · emphasised
Definitions
01to give importance
B2 · Upper Intermediate
v. to give special importance to something when you are speaking or writing.
v. to give special importance or prominence to something in speaking or writing. Transitive — requires a direct object.
“The teacher emphasized that the homework was due by Friday morning.”
“The report emphasized the urgent need for structural reforms within the department to prevent further budget overruns.”
Usage
Often followed by a 'that' clause or a direct noun object.
02highlighted or stressed
B2 · Upper Intermediate
adj. describes something that has been given extra focus or made to stand out.
adj. having been given extra stress, focus, or prominence. Often used to describe specific words in a text or points in a presentation.
“The emphasized words in the instructions were printed in bold.”
“The emphasized points in the presentation were those most likely to influence the board's final decision on the merger.”
Antonyms
Real-World Examples
“They also emphasized that while the study documents approximately 700 years of use at Bergstrom, it cannot determine how long individual occupation periods lasted or how frequently the site was used during that time.” “Kushner emphasised that the Gaza deal benefits Israel.” - Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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