How do I understand 'pronounce' here? Hi everyone. I can't find the meaning of the word ''pronounce'' here in the Oxford dictionary. Is there an accurate explanation? It seems to mean 'be present' Sharp increases in the number of coronavirus cases reported in South Korea and Italy have hit global financial markets. The impact was especially #pronounced# in those countries but is not confined to them. The market reaction reflects the impact on business of reduced travel, resulting both from increasingly extensive official restriction and personal choices.