Synonyms for

Underlined

Verb / ˈʌndɜ:ˌlaɪnd / Another word for underlined — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Marked with a line below, as to indicate emphasis or to separate a word from its surroundings.

Synonyms & similar words

emphasise underline underscore emphasize underscored highlighted bracketed marked flagged indicated emphasized accentuated stressed spotlighted featured

Example sentences

  1. She underlined the key points in her notes to help her study.
  2. He underlined the title of the book he wanted to read.
  3. The teacher underlined the spelling errors in the student's essay.
  4. I always underline new vocabulary words so I can remember to look them up later.
  5. She underlined her name on the top of the page so the teacher would know it was hers.

Quotes

  • "I always underline passages that I find interesting, whether it's a novel or a textbook." - Malala Yousafzai
  • "I underline things, highlight things, and jot little notes to myself." - Annabeth Gish
  • "I underline things, like a student, with a book that I'm reading." - Jim Lehrer

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