Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
rubricate
verb
/ˈruː.brɪ.keɪt/
Definition
To color or mark with red or to highlight.
Examples
- The manuscript was rubricated to draw attention to the main headings.
- In medieval times, the rubrication of texts was common in illuminated manuscripts.
Meaning
Rubricate refers to the act of decorating or emphasizing text, typically using red ink, to make certain parts stand out.
Synonyms
- Highlight
- Emphasize
- Color
- Decorate
