Synonyms for

Underscore

Verb / ˌʌndɜ:ˈskɔ:r / Another word for underscore — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to draw a line under a word or phrase to give it emphasis or to indicate that it should be read as a separate item

Synonyms & similar words

emphasize emphasise underline underline emphasize highlight accentuate stress indicate show sign mark label denote designate identify flag spotlight feature

Example sentences

  1. I always underscore the important information in my notes.
  2. Please underscore the deadline on the memo.
  3. The teacher told us to underscore the key vocabulary words in the reading.
  4. The author used italics to underscore the theme of the story.
  5. The judge's ruling underscored the importance of following the law.

Quotes

  • The line between order and disorder lies in logistics…
  • The devil is in the details, but so is salvation.
  • The biggest challenge in content marketing is the junk drawer of miscellaneous tasks that must get done to keep the ship afloat.

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