noun · Easy SAT word

    Emphasis

    importance; special importance or significance

    Emphasis in a sentence

    The teacher placed emphasis on reading comprehension skills during the lesson.

    Synonyms for emphasis

    • focus
    • stress
    • priority

    Antonyms for emphasis

    Practice emphasis on real SAT questions

    Vocabulary like emphasis appears on the Digital SAT in Words-in-Context questions, where you choose the word that fits a passage's meaning and tone. You can also drill this word with vocabulary flashcards.

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