emphasize emphasize /ˈɛmfəˌsaɪz/

verb

1. () To stress, single out as important  ( accent , emphasise , punctuate , accentuate , emphasize , stress )
   to stress, single out as important
    Dr. Jones emphasizes exercise in addition to a change in diet
   Dr. Jones emphasizes exercise in addition to a change in diet
   
2. () Give extra weight to (a communication)  ( emphasise [British] , emphasize , underscore , underline )
   give extra weight to (a communication)
    Her gesture emphasized her words
   Her gesture emphasized her words