1. Special stress or importance given to something in a deliberate, direct, and unmistakable manner
The teacher made a pointed emphasis on the importance of studying for the exam.
A professora fez uma ênfase acentuada sobre a importância de estudar para o exame.
2. Deliberate and clear highlighting of a particular point or idea to ensure it is noticed or understood
With pointed emphasis, she repeated that the deadline could not be extended.
Com ênfase acentuada, ela repetiu que o prazo não poderia ser prorrogado.