Italic/ɪˈtælɪk/ Definition 1 of 3Pro Tip 1/3Visual Emphasis Italic letters highlight important parts of a text, drawing the reader's attention. In the menu, dish names are in italic to stand out. Pro Tip 2/3Titles Formatting Titles of books, movies, or works of art are often written in italic for distinction. Read Harper Lee’s novel To Kill a Mockingbird. Pro Tip 3/3Print vs Digital Italics might appear differently across various digital devices and printed materials. The italic text looks less slanted in the printed brochure.