emphasized
|em/pha/sized|
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/ˈɛm.fəˌsaɪzd/
(emphasize)
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Etymology
Etymology Information
'emphasize' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'emphainein,' where 'em-' meant 'in' and 'phainein' meant 'to show.'
Historical Evolution
'emphainein' transformed into the French word 'emphasier,' and eventually became the modern English word 'emphasize' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to show or display,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to give special importance or prominence to something in speaking or writing.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'emphasize'.
She emphasized the importance of teamwork in her presentation.
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