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italic

[ih-tal-ik]

italic Definition

  • 1(of letters or text) written or printed in a style that slopes to the right
  • 2a typeface with letters that slope to the right

Using italic: Examples

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

  • Example

    The title of the book was written in italic letters.

  • Example

    Please write your name in italic font.

  • Example

    The italicized words emphasize the point being made.

  • Example

    This font has both regular and italic styles.

italic Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for italic

Antonyms for italic

Phrases with italic

  • to make a word or phrase slanted or oblique in writing or printing

    Example

    In academic writing, it is common to italicize foreign words.

  • a pair of typefaces consisting of a regular upright version (roman) and a slanted version (italic)

    Example

    The designer used a combination of roman and italic fonts for the magazine layout.

  • a style of handwriting where the letters are slanted to the right

    Example

    She wrote her diary in italic handwriting.

Origins of italic

from Italian 'italicus', meaning 'Italian'

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Summary: italic in Brief

The term 'italic' [ih-tal-ik] refers to a style of writing or printing where letters slope to the right. It can also refer to a typeface with such letters. Examples include 'The title of the book was written in italic letters.' and 'This font has both regular and italic styles.' 'Italic' extends into phrases like 'italicize something,' denoting the act of making a word slanted, and 'roman and italic,' referring to a pair of typefaces.