Italicize

usgb/ɪˈtælɪsaɪz/
verb

To make text slanted and right-leaning, a feature often used to provide emphasis.

She decided to italicize the titles of the books in her essay.
Visual representation of "italicize" - To make text slanted and right-leaning, a feature often used to provide emphasis.

Often appears as...

  • italicize the text
  • italicize the title
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Visual Distinction

Italics signal a different tone or set text apart, like thoughts or book titles.

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Remember to italicize foreign words in your report.
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Stress Specifics

Use italics to emphasize a specific part of a text that needs to stand out.

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He wanted to italicize every mention of the term 'sustainability'.
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Electronic Communication

In digital texts, italics can substitute for a lack of vocal emphasis.

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In the chat, she italicized 'must' to stress the task's importance.
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