de-emphasis
|de/em/pha/sis|
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/diˈɛmfəsɪs/
reduce importance
Etymology
Etymology Information
'de-emphasis' originates from the prefix 'de-' meaning 'down' or 'away' and the word 'emphasis' from Greek 'emphainein' meaning 'to show or display'.
Historical Evolution
'emphasis' changed from the Greek word 'emphainein' and eventually became the modern English word 'emphasis'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to show or display', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'importance or prominence'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the reduction in importance or prominence of something.
The de-emphasis on traditional methods has led to innovative solutions.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39