Synonyms: underline, underscore
Definition: a line drawn underneath (especially under written matter)
Similar words: stroke
Definition: a mark made on a surface by a pen, pencil, or paintbrush
Usage: she applied the paint in careful strokes
Synonyms: underline, underscore
Definition: draw a line or lines underneath to call attention to
Similar words: mark
Definition: make or leave a mark on
Usage: the scouts marked the trail; ash marked the believers' foreheads
Synonyms: underline, underscore, emphasise, emphasize
Definition: give extra weight to (a communication)
Usage: Her gesture emphasized her words
Similar words: punctuate, accent, accentuate, stress, emphasise, emphasize
Definition: to stress, single out as important
Usage: Dr. Jones emphasizes exercise in addition to a change in diet