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Opposite of underline

Because the opposite of underline 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 emphasize, stress, or draw special attention to a fact, idea, or quality.

Usage Example

"The recent economic report serves to downplay the urgent need for infrastructure investment."

Strongest
downplay
Strong
minimize
understate
overlook

• noun (Context 2)

A horizontal line drawn underneath a word or phrase, typically used to add emphasis or indicate a title.

Usage Example

"Please remove the overline from the heading and use bold text instead."

Strongest
overline

Similar words to underline

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

emphasize
underscore
highlight
stress
accentuate
point up
reinforce
See all synonyms of underline

• Nearby Words

underlay
underlayer
underlie
underline
underling
underlip
underlit

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