Cari
to emphasize
01
menekankan, menonjolkan
to give special attention or importance to something
Transitive: to emphasize importance of something
Example
His use of silence in the speech emphasized the gravity of the situation, leaving the audience in contemplative silence.
Although the report covered many topics, the conclusion strongly emphasized the need for further research on climate change.
Throughout her campaign speech, the candidate emphasized her plans for improving education and healthcare if elected.
02
menekankan, menonjolkan
to highlight something and make it easier to notice by drawing attention toward it
Transitive: to emphasize a visual element
Example
The bold belt emphasized the waistline of the dress, creating an hourglass silhouette.
The designer used bold colors to emphasize the main features of the website.
The chef arranged the garnish to emphasize the dish ’s vibrant colors and textures.
03
menekankan, menyoroti
to give particular importance or attention to a word through vocal inflection or stress
Transitive: to emphasize a spoken word
Contoh
His use of silence in the speech emphasized the gravity of the situation, leaving the audience in contemplative silence.
Although the report covered many topics, the conclusion strongly emphasized the need for further research on climate change.
Throughout her campaign speech, the candidate emphasized her plans for improving education and healthcare if elected.
When explaining directions, I emphasized turning right at the main intersection.
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