Sentence examples for be accented from inspiring English sources
noun
A higher-pitched or stronger articulation of a particular syllable of a word or phrase in order to distinguish it from the others or to emphasize it.
- In the word "careful", the accent is placed on the first syllable.
You were always going to be accented.
Some, I dare say, will be accented with gold, though some may not.
Calvin Klein's line is entirely sheer, meant to be accented by highlighters.
The surge of interest in native species will certainly be accented this year.
The lobby's floor will have four different kinds of marble, and the walls will be accented in pickled oak trim.
Velvety blacks and grays and rich blues would be accented by strips of bright red or by rust, a signature ingredient.
His English is accented but very clear.
Features of development of neogothic park pavilions and utility constructions are accented.
Manicured lawns were accented by African irises, daylilies and roses.
Features of development of neogothiccastles, palaces, estates, mansions and profitable houses are accented.
History is accented by synthesized explosions or sharp thrusts.
