1731, from Medieval Latin accentuatus, past participle of accentuare "to accent," from Latin accentus (see accent (n.)). Originally "to pronounce with an accent;" meaning "emphasize" is recorded from 1865.
You've got to accentuate the positive
Eliminate the negative
Latch on to the affirmative
Don't mess with Mister In-Between
["Ac-Cent-Tchu-Ate the Positive," 1944, music by Harold Arlen, lyrics by Johnny Mercer]
Related: Accentuated; accentuating.
权威例句
1. Accentuate the word " accent " on the first syllable.
在 “ accent ” 一词的第一个音节上加重音符号.
2. Gibberellic acid may also accentuate the trend toward maleness.
赤霉酸也可加强雄性的倾向.
3. Accentuate: Use lip liner after putting on your lipstick . Kiss - able !
突出: 涂完 唇膏 以后画唇线,轮廓更突出,更诱人.
4. But global warming is bound to accentuate the scarcity , say experts.
而且,全球暖化现象还会加速缺水问题的恶化.
5. In patients suffering from shock, the drug may accentuate the underlying disorder.