underscoring

[ˈʌndəskɔːrɪŋ]

underscoring Definition

  • 1emphasizing or drawing attention to something
  • 2providing background music for a film or television program

Using underscoring: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "underscoring" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The speaker kept underscoring the importance of teamwork.

  • Example

    The movie's dramatic scenes were effectively underscored by the music.

  • Example

    The article underscores the need for more research in this area.

underscoring Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for underscoring

Phrases with underscoring

  • to emphasize or draw attention to something by using something else that supports or complements it

    Example

    The author underscores her argument with numerous examples.

  • to emphasize or highlight the fact that

    Example

    The study underscores the fact that regular exercise is essential for good health.

  • supported or complemented by something else that emphasizes or highlights it

    Example

    The beauty of the landscape was underscored by the soft light of the setting sun.

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Summary: underscoring in Brief

Underscoring [ˈʌndəskɔːrɪŋ] refers to emphasizing or drawing attention to something, often by supporting it with something else. It can also mean providing background music for a film or television program. Examples include 'The speaker kept underscoring the importance of teamwork,' and 'The movie's dramatic scenes were effectively underscored by the music.'