Dictionary Check: punctuate

"punctuate" is a valid word!

Scrabble 13 points
Words with Friends 18 points

Definition

verb

insert punctuation marks into

Synonyms:
verb

to stress, single out as important

Example: "Dr. Jones emphasizes exercise in addition to a change in diet"
verb

interrupt periodically

Example: "Her sharp questions punctuated the speaker's drone"

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