Korostunut

Korostunut is a Finnish adjective, the past participle form of the verb korostua or korostaa. It describes something that has become more noticeable, prominent, or emphasized than before. The term is used across different domains to indicate increased emphasis or prominence, whether in language, design, or data.

Etymology and form: Korostunut derives from korostaa, meaning to emphasize, and korostua, meaning to become prominent. The suffix -nut (or -nyt) forms a past passive participle, which in Finnish functions as an adjective. As a result, korostunut typically describes a state of heightened prominence rather than a simple action.

Usage: In language and writing, korostunut can refer to words, themes, or arguments that stand out. In design and typography, it describes elements that are emphasized through color, contrast, size, or formatting. In data analysis or comparative studies, features that are more pronounced or distinctive than others may be described as korostuneet. The word is common in journalistic, academic, and analytical contexts to signal contrast or emphasis. Related terms include korostettu (emphasized) and korostaminen (emphasis).

Examples: Sanan "tulevaisuus" käyttö on korostunut kirjoituksessa. Tekstin korostuneet värit ja lihavoidut otsikot kiinnittivät lukijan huomion.

See also: korostaa, korostus, korostettu, korostaminen.