# emphasise

Pronunciation: say "EM-fuh-syz" /ˈɛm.fə.saɪz/

## Verb

1. To give special importance or extra weight to something, so that it stands out.
   - Simple: To show clearly that something is important, so that people notice it.
   - _He thumped the table to emphasise his point._
   - _The report emphasises the need for more affordable housing in rural areas._

## Origin

Formed from emphasis + -ise; emphasis came from Latin, from Ancient Greek.

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