italics

1. Slanted letters that look like this: We the people . Italics are most often used to emphasize certain words, to indicate that they are in a foreign language, or to set off the title of a literary or artistic work.

Example Sentences

I then commenced and continued copying the Italics in Webster’s Spelling Book, until I could make them all without looking on the book.

From Literature

Rather than a showdown with Julius Caesar, it involves the resolute Gauls meeting a tribe called the Italics who are also fighting to remain independent from Rome.

From Reuters

Her titles — “A Bit Chaotic But Totally Honest,” “Slam Dunk Whatever,” “Colourful Eels Recognizing Each Other Like Italics” — suggest introspective musings with a quirky sense of humor.

From Seattle Times

After releasing Italics in the spring I was hawkless for a few months but I am now in the process of training this year’s hunting partner.

From The Guardian

Italics are used liberally, and verb tenses jump all over the place.

From Salon