Italic

usgb/ɪˈtælɪk/
noun

Letters or characters that are slanted to the right.

The titles in the text were written in italic for emphasis.
Visual representation of "italic" - Letters or characters that are slanted to the right

Often appears as...

  • italic font
  • italic style

Usage tips

Technical

Definition 1 of 3
Visual representation of "italic"
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Visual Emphasis

Italic letters highlight important parts of a text, drawing the reader's attention.

Illustration for Visual Emphasis
In the menu, dish names are in italic to stand out.
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Titles Formatting

Titles of books, movies, or works of art are often written in italic for distinction.

Illustration for Titles Formatting
Read Harper Lee’s novel To Kill a Mockingbird.
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Print vs Digital

Italics might appear differently across various digital devices and printed materials.

Illustration for Print vs Digital
The italic text looks less slanted in the printed brochure.
Visual representation of the word "Italic"

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