emphasis

Meaning

Special importance, value, or prominence given to something; stress laid on a particular point or aspect.

special importance, value, or prominence given to something

Example Sentences

The speaker placed emphasis on sustainable development.

The teacher placed emphasis on the importance of regular study habits.

Synonyms

stress, importance, weight, focus, priority, highlight

Entry 1

stress, importance, weight, focus, priority, highlight

Entry 3

stress, importance, focus, priority

Antonyms

neglect, insignificance, indifference, disregard, triviality, unimportance, de-emphasis, understatement, minimization

Entry 1

neglect, insignificance, indifference, disregard, triviality, unimportance

Entry 3

de-emphasis, neglect, understatement, minimization

Collocations

place emphasis, give emphasis, emphasis on