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Opposite of italicize

Because the opposite of italicize shifts with each meaning, the antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To print, type, or format text in italics, typically to indicate emphasis, foreign words, or the titles of published works.

Usage Example

"Remember to romanize the titles of books, journals, and films in your bibliography."

Strong
romanize

• verb (Context 2)

To give special emphasis, prominence, or stress to a word, phrase, or idea.

Usage Example

"Her pause before the final word seemed to de-emphasize the gravity of the announcement."

Strongest
de-emphasize
Strong
downplay
understate

Similar words to italicize

Words similar to italicize shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

italicise
emphasize
underscore
underline
highlight
stress
accentuate
slant
See all synonyms of italicize

• Nearby Words

it
italic
italicization
italicize
itch
itchiness
itchy

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Italicize. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/italicize
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