accent Synonyms
Another word for accent
• noun (Context 1)
A distinctive mode of pronunciation of a language, especially one associated with a particular nation, locality, or social class.
"Even after living in London for a decade, she still spoke English with a noticeable Scottish inflection."
• noun (Context 2)
A greater prominence or vocal force given to a particular syllable of a word, or to a particular beat or note in music and poetry.
"In the English noun 'record', the primary stress falls on the first syllable."
• noun (Context 3)
A mark or character placed above, below, or next to a letter in writing to indicate a specific pronunciation, vowel quality, or syllabic stress.
"In French, an acute diacritic over the letter 'e' changes its pronunciation."
• verb (Context 4)
To emphasize a particular feature, quality, or detail so that it becomes more noticeable or prominent.
"The chef used fresh lemon zest to accentuate the delicate flavor of the grilled fish."
• noun (Context 5)
A special attention, importance, or decorative feature that gives a distinctive visual or thematic emphasis to something.
"The interior designer used bright yellow throw pillows as an emphasis against the gray sofa."
• verb (Context 6)
To pronounce a word or syllable with vocal stress, or to mark a written letter with a diacritical symbol.
"In standard Spanish, words ending in a vowel are normally accented on the second-to-last syllable."
Opposites of accent
The opposite of accent shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: