accentuate
Pronunciation
Verb
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
To make a feature or quality more noticeable.
Synonyms and antonyms
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The dim lighting _____ the shadows across the old photograph."
Answer: accentuate
In your own words, what does "accentuate" mean?
To make a feature or quality more noticeable.
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