When writing prose (as opposed to a table of terms and definitions), the new word is typically in italics. Does LyX have a style just for that situation? If not, and if I choose to make my own style, would it be a command or an environment, keeping in mind that it will influence only a few words in a larger paragraph? Thanks Steve -- Steve Litt Webmaster, Troubleshooters.Com http://www.troubleshooters.com [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Legal Disclaimer) Follow these suggestions at your own risk.