underline Definition
draw a line under (a word or phrase) to give emphasis or indicate special type.
Using underline: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "underline" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
Please underline the title of the book.
Example
The important points are underlined in red.
Example
She underlined the key sentence in the paragraph.
underline Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for underline
Phrases with underline
to emphasize or draw attention to something, often by marking it with a red pen
Example
I always underline important notes with a red pen.
to emphasize how important something is
Example
The speaker underlined the importance of education in his speech.
Example
I agree with you and would like to underline your point about the need for more funding.
Summary: underline in Brief
To 'underline' [ˌʌndərˈlaɪn] means to draw a line under a word or phrase to give it emphasis or indicate special type. It is often used to highlight important points or sentences, as in 'Please underline the title of the book.' 'Underline' can also be used in phrases like 'underline something with a red pen,' emphasizing the importance of something, or supporting someone's argument.
