凸显

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Character Breakdown

Usage of 凸显

The verb 凸显 (tūxiǎn) means to make something stand out clearly or to highlight a particular feature. It is often used in formal or written contexts such as speeches, design, art, and analysis to emphasize distinct characteristics or important points.

Common Collocations

  • 凸显主题 (highlight the theme): used in art or literature to emphasize the main idea.
  • 凸显优势 (highlight advantages): common in business or marketing to stress strengths.
  • 凸显特点 (highlight features): used when describing unique traits.

Nuance and Register

凸显 carries a slightly formal tone and is suitable for professional or academic contexts. It implies a clear and deliberate emphasis rather than a casual mention.

Avoiding Confusion

Do not confuse 凸显 with 显示 (xiǎnshì), which means 'to display' or 'to show' in a more neutral sense. 凸显 stresses prominence and distinctness, often with a positive or intentional connotation.

Example Sentences

The color scheme of this painting highlights the vividness of the theme.

His speech emphasized the company's strategic direction for future

The designer highlighted the building's unique style through lighting