punctuated Get Printable Handwriting Hear It! Say It! Write It! Learn It! Spelling Test Definition verb. to interrupt or emphasize something with brief pauses or stops Example Sentence The teacher punctuated her speech with claps to get the students' attention. Synonyms interrupt; emphasize; break Antonyms flow; continue Hear It! Say It! Write It! punctuated Switch to cursive Start Share with your friends: