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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An emphatic 6-0 win over nine-man Qatar put them in a great position to qualify from the group, with Jonathan David's treble sparking joyous celebrations in Vancouver.

From BBC • Jun. 24, 2026

Burnham, the former Greater Manchester mayor, is regarded by many as the frontrunner to replace Sir Keir after he secured his return to Parliament with an emphatic win over his Reform UK rival.

From BBC • Jun. 22, 2026

Canada, 40 years after playing in their first World Cup, secured their first-ever win at the tournament in emphatic fashion, thrashing Qatar 6-0 in front of a packed and loud Vancouver Stadium.

From BBC • Jun. 19, 2026

On one point he was emphatic: The committee was united and determined to bring inflation down.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 18, 2026

“And don’t say good-bye,” he concluded with emphatic calmness.

From "One Hundred Years of Solitude" by Gabriel Garcia Marquez

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