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Another word for italicize

Choosing another word for italicize depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match 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 italicise the titles of books, journals, and films in your bibliography."

Strongest
italicise
Weak
slant

• 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 emphasize the gravity of the announcement."

Strongest
emphasize
Strong
underscore
highlight
underline
stress
accentuate

Opposites of italicize

The opposite of italicize shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

de-emphasize
downplay
understate
romanize
See all opposites of italicize

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