Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

italic

adjective
/ɪˈtælɪk/
Definition
A style of writing that slants to the right, often used for emphasis or distinction.
Examples
  • The word important was printed in italic to draw attention.
  • In the title of the book, the author used italic formatting for the names of places.
Meaning
Italic refers to a typeface that is slanted to the right. It is typically used to emphasize certain words, denote titles of works, or distinguish words from the surrounding text.
Synonyms
  • slanted
  • cursive
  • oblique