Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
emphases
noun
/ˈɛmfəˌsiːz/
Definition
The special importance or significance placed on something.
Examples
- The teacher placed emphases on the key concepts during the lecture.
- In her speech, she used emphases to draw attention to vital issues.
- Different styles of writing may require different emphases for clarity.
Meaning
Emphases refer to the way in which certain ideas or parts of speech are highlighted or stressed to indicate their importance.
Synonyms
- Stress
- Importance
- Significance
- Weight
- Priority
