Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
put an emphasis on
phrase
/pʊt ən ˈɛmfəs ɑn/
Definition
To give special importance or prominence to something.
Examples
- The teacher put an emphasis on the importance of studying regularly.
- During the presentation, she put an emphasis on the key points to ensure everyone understood.
- In his speech, he put an emphasis on community involvement as a pathway to progress.
Meaning
To highlight or stress the importance of something in communication or action.
Synonyms
- highlight
- stress
- underscore
- focus on
- accentuate
