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accent

/ˈæk.sɛnt/

Meaning 1

a feature that emphasizes something

“The bright red curtains served as an accent in the room.”
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Illustration of accent: a feature that emphasizes something

Meaning 2

A distinctive way of pronouncing a language.

“He spoke with a charming Southern accent.”
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Illustration of accent: A distinctive way of pronouncing a language.