emphasize

/ˈɛm.fə.saɪz/verb

To give special importance or attention to something so it stands out.

Example sentences

“The coach emphasized the importance of warming up before every practice.”
“Her speech emphasized the need for cleaner public transportation.”

'Emphasize that' plus a clause is the common academic pattern. The British spelling is 'emphasise'.

Synonyms for emphasize

stress
highlight
underline
underscore

Antonyms

downplay
play down

Related words

accentuateTo draw attention to something and make it stand out clearly.emphaticExpressed strongly and clearly, leaving no doubt about what is meant.empathyThe ability to understand and share what another person is feeling or thinking.employeeSomeone who works for a company or a person in exchange for pay.empatheticGood at sensing and sharing other people's feelings; understanding.employerA company or person that hires people and pays them to work.