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  3. /accentuate

accentuate

UK/æk'sentjueit/US
TOEFLGREC2

Definitions

v.

To make something more noticeable or prominent; to emphasize; to stress a syllable or word.

强调,突出;重读

Root Breakdown

Root-derived
acto, toward
+
centhundred
+
uconnector
+
ateto make, having
=accentuate
Root cent still carries 7 more words

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The red tie accentuated his blue eyes.

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