Synonyms for accentuation
- noun
Most common
Definitions
- n. 1
A more distinct or prominent form.
Forms
- Plural
- accentuations → accents, emphases, intonations…
Example sentences
- emphasis Our English teacher put emphasis on pronunciation.
- accent The accent of this word is on the second syllable.
- intonation The intonation is monotonous and sleep-inducing.
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| accentuation | falling | |
| emphasis | steady | |
| accent | rising | |
| intonation | steady |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.
By length
- 6 letters
- accent2
- 8 letters
- emphasis3
- 10 letters
- intonation4
The small number after each word is its number of syllables (accent2 = 2 syllables).
In other languages
- Français
- accentuation
- Italiano
- accentuazione