It really depends on the context of the sentence and the goal of the writing. An asterisk is added at the end of the word to let your reader know that there is additional information for them to read that provides context. However, if you are using APA style then you use a number to mark a footnote at the bottom of the page. Other ways to emphasize a word includes putting it in italics, underlined, or bold. Just be sure you are aware of the purpose of your writing and what conventions you must adhere to.
How do I emphasize a word using the standard punctuation system?
I've seen people on the Internet stressing a certain word using "*":
>I do not \\*like\\* it, I \\*love\\* it!
I think there is no such punctuation as "*". So I'm wondering if I can use some other way to achieve the same goal in traditional English. I've tried quotation marks but then it sounds like I'm posing ironic effect.
>I do not "like" it, I "love" it!
That sentence leaves the impression that I'm loving it in a *unusual* way.
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