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Emphatic

Verb / eˈmfætɪk / Another word for emphatic — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Emphatic means expressing oneself forcefully and with emphasis.

Synonyms & similar words

forceful emphasised exclamatory emphasized forceful assertive insistent resolute decisive firm strong vigorous enthusiastic energetic dynamic powerful passionate intense fervent ardent vehement animated hearty wholehearted

Example sentences

  1. The coach was emphatic that his team needed to work harder.
  2. She gave an emphatic speech to rally the crowd.
  3. His emphatic tone made it clear that he was not joking.
  4. The judge delivered an emphatic ruling in favor of the plaintiff.
  5. The president made an emphatic statement condemning the violence.

Quotes

  • I am an emphatic believer in the power of intention to change your life. - Jack Canfield
  • The most emphatic place in a clause or sentence is the end. - Henry Ellis
  • The first lesson in civics is that efficient government begins at home. It is not for Washington to look after us. It is for us to look after Washington ... Let each citizen remember at the moment he is offering his vote that he is not making a present or a compliment to please an individual - or at least that he ought not so to do; but that he is executing one of the most solemn trusts in human society for which he is accountable to God and his country. - Rutherford B. Hayes

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