emphasise vs express

express vs emphasise

emphasise is not a noun while express is a noun.

emphasise is not an adjective while express is an adjective.

emphasise and express both are verbs.

emphasise is not an adverb while express is an adverb.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
emphasise	No	No	Yes	No
express	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes

As verbs, express is a hypernym of emphasise; that is, express is a word with a broader meaning than emphasise:

emphasise: to stress, single out as important
express: give expression to

Other hypernyms of emphasise include evince, show.

emphasise (noun)	express (noun)
	rapid transport of goods
	public transport consisting of a fast train or bus that makes only a few scheduled stops
	mail that is distributed by a rapid and efficient system

emphasise (adjective)	express (adjective)
	not tacit or implied
	without unnecessary stops

emphasise (verb)	express (verb)
to stress, single out as important	articulate; either verbally or with a cry, shout, or noise
give extra weight to (a communication)	give expression to
	serve as a means for expressing something
	indicate through a symbol, formula, etc.
	send by rapid transport or special messenger service
	obtain from a substance, as by mechanical action
	manifest the effects of (a gene or genetic trait)

emphasise (adverb)	express (adverb)
	by express

Difference between emphasise and express

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