Third person singular present tense: makes something more noticeable or gives it prominence.
From Latin 'accentuare' with English present tense third person singular '-s.' Modern usage extends beyond accent to mean highlighting or emphasizing anything.
Fashion designers use 'accentuates' constantly—'This cut accentuates your waist'—because the right silhouette can completely change how the eye perceives the body. It's applied psychology in fabric form.
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