emphasis
Translation
emphasis, stress
Examples
The school places great emphasis on reading.
The school places great emphasis on reading.
The emphasis is on quality, not quantity.
The emphasis is on quality, not quantity.
Grammar Patterns
((emphasis on sth.)) special importance given to (sth.) The company puts an emphasis on customer service.
Similar Words
Synonyms: importance, stress, significance, priority
Etymology
From Greek 'emphasis', from 'em-' (in) + 'phainein' (to show), literally meaning 'a showing in' or 'appearance'.
Memory Tips
Imagine putting a spotlight (emphasis) on the most important part of a stage.