Dictionary entryCEFR C1verb

accentuate

IPA pronunciation: /əkˈsen.tʃu.eɪt/

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Russian meaning

Подчеркивать, акцентировать

English definition

Make more noticeable or prominent.

Example

Contrasting lighting accentuates facial geometry in the photographic section.

Collocations

accentuate the positive
accentuate differences
further accentuate

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