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Accentuation Definition & Meaning

accentuation
noun
  1. the use or application of an accent; the relative prominence of syllables in a phrase or utterance
  2. the act of giving special importance or significance to something

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Frequently asked questions

What does accentuation mean?
the use or application of an accent; the relative prominence of syllables in a phrase or utterance the act of giving special importance or significance to something
What part of speech is accentuation?
Accentuation is a noun.
How many definitions does accentuation have?
Accentuation has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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