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Italicized - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Italicized refers to text that is slanted to the right for emphasis or distinction, often used in writing to highlight titles, foreign words, or special terms. Example: This sentence is italicized.

italicized

/ɪˈtælɪˌsaɪzd/ /ɪˈtælɪsaɪzd/

Definition:

Printed in italics for emphasis or distinction.

Synonyms:

slanted, oblique, emphasized

Part of Speech:

adjective, verb (past participle)

Antonyms:

upright, roman (font)

Common Collocations:

italicized text, italicized words, italicized letters

Derivatives:

italicize, italicizing, italicization

Usage Tips:

Use italics for titles, foreign words, or emphasis in writing; avoid overuse.

Common Phrases:

in italics, italicized for emphasis, set in italics

Etymology:

Derived from Latin "italicus," referring to the sloping style of handwriting from Italy.

Examples:

  • 1. The word *italicized* appears in the title.
  • 2. She *italicized* the key terms in her essay.
  • 3. The book title was *italicized* on the cover.
  • 4. Avoid using *italicized* text excessively in formal documents.

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