word stress

noun

Definition of word stress

: the manner in which stresses are distributed on the syllables of a word

— called also word accent

Examples of word stress in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Nevertheless, Aldridge offered words stressing peace and the love of family on that December day. — K.c. Johnson, chicagotribune.com, "Dwyane Wade's off-court work in his one season with Bulls made a powerful impact," 29 Mar. 2018

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