accentuation
[ ak-sen-choo-ey-shuhn ]
noun
an act or instance of accentuating.
something that is accentuated.
Origin of accentuation
1Other words from accentuation
- o·ver·ac·cen·tu·a·tion, noun
Words Nearby accentuation
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How to use accentuation in a sentence
These examples, however, do little towards enabling modern scholars to form a notion of the Greek system of accentuation.
The Modes of Ancient Greek Music | David Binning MonroThus out of rhythm grows very naturally an accentuation which gives balance, structure, and form.
Spirit and Music | H. Ernest HuntA language is always necessary to the completion or, at least, to the accentuation of, any mental action.
Browning and the Dramatic Monologue | S. S. CurryThe monologue requires great accentuation of the subjective element in pantomime.
Browning and the Dramatic Monologue | S. S. CurryThe monologue is so subtle, and requires such accentuation of deep impression, that attitudes are especially necessary.
Browning and the Dramatic Monologue | S. S. Curry
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