accent
noun
prominence of a syllable in terms of differential loudness, or of pitch, or length, or of a combination of these.
accented
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past participleof accent.past participle
A verb form used in perfect and passive verb constructions and that can also function as a modifier.
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past tense formof accent.past tense
Used to describe completed actions or previous habitual actions.
accentnounprominence of a syllable in terms of differential loudness, or of pitch, or length, or of a combination of these.
Example Sentences
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Officially a midsize SUV, the Optiq looks lean and well-planted, thanks to its low-roof design—in the case of our test car, accented by the optional black-over-tangerine livery and 21-inch black-painted alloy wheels.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 16, 2026
Their fins are accented with orange, and they possess a smaller oval tooth patch.
From Science Daily ● Mar. 23, 2026
The spacious kitchen is also accented with rich hardwood flooring, stone design elements, solid alder doors, and dual-pane windows.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 15, 2025
Meanwhile, in Latin America, the mournful tones of traditional boleros and rancheras gave way to more alternative expressions of heartache, influenced by anglophone artists and accented with distinctly Latino flourishes of romance.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 28, 2025
The guards who stood at attention wore elaborate white uniforms accented with silver fur and less than intimidating silver lace.
From "Six of Crows" by Leigh Bardugo
