Synonyms for

Underlines

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

Definition

Underlines means to draw a line underneath a word or phrase to make it stand out or emphasize it.

Synonyms & similar words

emphasize underscore emphasise underline underscore highlight accentuate emphasize stresses spotlight feature promote underline foreground

Example sentences

  1. The teacher underlines the important information in the textbook.
  2. She underlines the key points in her essay to make them more noticeable to the reader.
  3. When you study, it can be helpful to underline important information in your notes.
  4. He used a red pen to underline the most important information on the poster.
  5. The newspaper reporter underlines the most important quotes in his article.

Quotes

  • The value of life does not depend upon the place we occupy. It depends upon the way we occupy that place, by underlining the principle of courage and rendering service to others wherever we may be. - Booker T. Washington
  • Sometimes I underline a sentence or phrase in a book that I'd like to come back to and reflect on later. - Gretchen Rubin
  • When I'm reading, I'm constantly underlining things and making notes in the margins. - Jhumpa Lahiri

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