Emphatic: meaning, definitions and examples
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emphatic
[ ɛmˈfætɪk ]
strong expression
Emphatic refers to something that is expressed or done with emphasis, often highlighting importance or certainty. It is typically used in relation to statements or actions that are forceful and clear, leaving no doubt about the speaker's feelings or intentions.
Synonyms
assertive, forceful, insistent, strident, vehement.
Examples of usage
- She made an emphatic statement about the need for change.
- His emphatic refusal left no room for negotiation.
- The coach gave an emphatic speech to inspire the team.
- Her emphatic nod showed agreement with the proposal.
Translations
Translations of the word "emphatic" in other languages:
🇵🇹 enfático
🇮🇳 ज़ोरदार
🇩🇪 nachdrücklich
🇮🇩 tegas
🇺🇦 емфатичний
🇵🇱 emfatyczny
🇯🇵 強調的な
🇫🇷 emphatique
🇪🇸 enfático
🇹🇷 vurgu yaparak
🇰🇷 강조하는
🇸🇦 توكيدية
🇨🇿 důrazný
🇸🇰 dôrazný
🇨🇳 强调的
🇸🇮 emfatičen
🇮🇸 áherslu
🇰🇿 басым
🇬🇪 მნიშვნელოვანი
🇦🇿 vurğulu
🇲🇽 enfático
Etymology
The word 'emphatic' originates from the Greek word 'emphatikos', which means 'to show' or 'to make evident'. The root 'emphasize' comes from the verb 'emphainein', meaning 'to show clearly'. It was adopted into Latin as 'emphaticus' before making its way into the English language in the late 16th century. It originally conveyed the notion of giving special importance to a statement or action. Over the centuries, the usage of 'emphatic' has evolved but has retained its core meaning related to emphasis and clarity in expression. Today, it's commonly used in both spoken and written English to describe assertions, responses, or actions that strongly convey meaning or emotion.