1. a distinctive way of pronouncing a language, especially one associated with a particular country, area, or social class
2. special emphasis given to a syllable or word in speech by stress or pitch
3. a mark written above a letter to indicate pronunciation or stress

1. to emphasize or give prominence to something

Examples

• She spoke with a strong Southern accent.
• The accent falls on the first syllable of the word ‘photograph.’
• The word ‘café’ has an accent mark over the ‘e.’
• The room’s design puts an accent on natural materials.
• The blue pillows accent the neutral color scheme.
• His British accent made him stand out in the American classroom.
• Place the accent on the second syllable when pronouncing ‘hotel.’
• The artist used bright colors to accent the painting’s focal point.