Definitions

emphatic

[em-fat-ik] / ɛmˈfæt ɪk /

ADJECTIVE

insistent, unequivocal

Synonyms

STRONGEST

assertive categorical confident definite definitive energetic explicit forceful impressive pronounced resounding sober sure telling unmistakable vigorous

WEAK

absolute accented assured certain cogent decided determined direct distinct dogmatic dynamic earnest express flat for a face forcible important marked momentous no mistake pointed positive potent powerful significant solemn stressed striking strong trenchant

Antonyms

STRONGEST

ambiguous equivocal idle impotent inactive indefinite indistinct ineffective inexact insignificant lethargic obscure uncertain unconfident unimportant unsure vague weak

WEAK

reserved understated unpronounced

Example Sentences

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Emphatic wins over the Netherlands and Wales granted access to the knockout stage, before a nail-biting shootout win against Sweden and a last-gasp victory over Italy secured a final rematch against world champions Spain.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

Emphatic or ornate, your protest of innocence stumbles out of the gate.

From Salon • May 6, 2023

Less Emphatic Angel needs to start now if he wants to have an impact on his sister’s life.

From Textbooks • Dec. 21, 2021

Emphatic blocks, fearless drives, three-point bombs, 20 lead changes and 11 ties — this game offered everything.

From Washington Post • Jun. 19, 2016

Emphatic endorsement is given to the "denominational school" and full credit is not denied to the emphasis placed upon religious teaching in schools by the Catholic Church.

From Catholic Problems in Western Canada by Daly, George Thomas

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