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   High·light

   /ˈhīˌlīt/

   

   noun

   • 1. an outstanding part of an event or period of time: "he views that season as the highlight of his career" Similar high pointhigh spotbest partclimaxculminationpeakpinnacleheighttopacmezenithapexsummitapogeeapotheosiscrowning momenthigh water markmost memorable partmost outstanding featurene plus ultramain featurefocal pointfocusfocus of attentioncenter of interestmost interesting partcynosureOpposite lowest pointnadir
   • ▪ the best parts of a sporting or other event edited for broadcasting or recording: "he never watches TV highlights of games he has umpired"
   • 2. a bright or reflective area in a painting, picture, or design.
   • ▪ a bright tint in the hair, especially one produced by bleaching or dyeing.

   verb

   • 1. pick out and emphasize: "the issues highlighted by the report"
   • ▪ make visually prominent: "a vast backdrop with the colorful logo highlighted with lasers"
   • ▪ mark with a highlighter: "a photocopy with sections highlighted in green"
   • ▪ mark or select (a piece of text or other element) in an electronic interface: "you can highlight the word, right-click, and see a list of synonyms"
   • 2. create highlights in (hair): "I've had my hair highlighted regularly for the last ten years"

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishHIGHLIGHT | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   HIGHLIGHT definition: 1. to attract attention to or emphasize something important: 2. the best or most exciting…. Learn more.

3. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › highlightHighlight - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

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   Definitions of highlight. noun. an area of lightness in a picture. synonyms: highlighting. see more. noun. the most interesting or memorable part. “the highlight of the tour was our visit to the Vatican” synonyms: high spot. see more. verb. apply a highlighter to one's cheeks or eyebrows in order to make them more prominent.

4. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishhighlight verb - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

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   Check pronunciation: highlight. Definition of highlight verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

5. dictionary.cambridge.org › learner-english › highlightHIGHLIGHT | definition in the Cambridge Learner’s Dictionary

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   to emphasize something or make people notice something: to highlight a problem / danger. The report highlights the need for stricter regulations. highlight verb [T] (COLOUR) B2. to make something a different colour so that it is more easily noticed, especially written words. highlight. noun [ C ] uk / ˈhaɪlaɪt / us. B2.

6. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishhighlight noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

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   noun. /ˈhaɪlaɪt/ the best, most interesting or most exciting part of something. One of the highlights of the trip was seeing the Taj Mahal. The highlights of the match will be shown later this evening. My dance class is the highlight of my week. The highlight of the evening was a violin solo by five-year-old Mia. Extra Examples.

7. www.dictionary.com › browse › high lightHIGHLIGHT Definition & Usage Examples | Dictionary.com

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   an important, conspicuous, memorable, or enjoyable event, scene, part, or the like: the highlight of his talk; the highlight of the concert series. the area of most intense light on a represented form, as in a painting or photograph.

8. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishHIGHLIGHT definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   4 days ago · 1. verb. If someone or something highlights a point or problem, they emphasize it or make you think about it. ...a moving ballad which highlighted the plight of the homeless. [VERB noun] Once again, the 'Free Press' prefers not to highlight these facts. [VERB noun] Two events have highlighted the tensions in recent days. [VERB noun]