em·pha·sis
Pronounced:
/ˈɛmfəsəs/
Function:
nounInflected forms:
plural em·pha·ses /-fəˌsi:z/ Meaning:
1 [noncount] : a forceful quality in the way something is said or written ▪ You need to state your arguments with greater emphasis. [=state your arguments more forcefully]
2 [noncount] : added force that is given to a word or syllable when speaking ▪ The emphasis [=stress] in the word “happiness” is on the first syllable.
3 : special importance or attention given to something [noncount] —usually + on ▪ The emphasis in this drill is on using proper technique. ▪ She puts/places/lays (particular/special/great) emphasis on developing good study habits. [count] ▪ Our candidate's plan has a different emphasis.
2 [noncount] : added force that is given to a word or syllable when speaking ▪ The emphasis [=stress] in the word “happiness” is on the first syllable.
3 : special importance or attention given to something [noncount] —usually + on ▪ The emphasis in this drill is on using proper technique. ▪ She puts/places/lays (particular/special/great) emphasis on developing good study habits. [count] ▪ Our candidate's plan has a different emphasis.