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Definition of highlighting - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
emphasisact of emphasizing something important
- The highlighting of key points helped students understand the lecture better..
2.
designvisual emphasis of text using color or style
- Highlighting important points helps in studying.
3.
fashionlighter strands in hair for contrast
- She loved the highlighting in her new hairstyle.
4.
artRare lighter areas in a picture or artworkRare
- The artist's use of highlighting adds depth to the painting.
Adjective
1.
importanceemphasizing something important
- The highlighting feature in the app makes important dates stand out.
2.
emphasismaking certain features more noticeable
- The highlighting makeup accentuated her cheekbones.
Images of highlighting
visual emphasis of text using color or style 
lighter strands in hair for contrast 
lighter areas in a picture or artwork
Expressions with highlighting
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use of different colors and fonts to display code more readable
Syntax highlighting makes it easier to debug code.
Origin of highlighting
Old English, heah (high) + leoht (light)
Terms with highlighting included in their meaning
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selection
highlighting a few items from a group
majority
highlighting the main part of a collection
selection
highlighting a subset of items from a larger set
discussion
highlighting the central idea in a discussion
arts
highlighting a specific element or aspect
communication
highlighting a detail or fact
presentation
highlighting features or qualities attractively
comparison
highlighting a clear difference
focus
highlighting or drawing attention to something
emphasis
emphasizing or highlighting a point or idea
display
setting highlighting something effectively
human misery
extremely bad or grim, highlighting human misery
highlight
make something stand out by highlighting importance or visibility
communication
expression highlighting the obviousness of a statement
specification
highlighting a specific member of a set
summary
brief description highlighting key points of a subject
humor
humorous retort highlighting sexual innuendo in a statement
emphasis
emphasizing or highlighting something important
disapproval
negative opinion highlighting faults or shortcomings
accountability
display of items or information highlighting errors or poor performance
focus
highlighting a particular aspect or focus
sympathy
term highlighting someone's innocence or vulnerability
highlighting
making something more noticeable or prominent
accountability
highlighting wrongdoings to hold people accountable
Examples of highlighting in a sentence
Highlighting of the main ideas made the text clearer. The document's highlighting made key terms stand out. Effective highlighting can improve readability in presentations. The salon specializes in natural-looking highlighting. Her highlighting added depth to her brunette locks. The highlighting in the portrait was exquisite.
Highlighting can transform a simple sketch. The highlighting sections in the book were very useful. Highlighting comments in the document helped us focus on key points. The highlighting feature in the app makes important dates stand out. Highlighting pens are essential for students during exams.
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- French:mise en évidence, soulignant, ...
- German:Hervorhebung, hervorhebend, ...
- Italian:sottolineatura, mettendo in risalto, ...
- Spanish:resaltado, destacador, ...
- Portuguese:destaque, realçando, ...
- Chinese:重点强调, 突出显示的, ...
- Japanese:強調, 強調する, ...
- Arabic:تَسْليط الضَّوْء, مُبْرِز, ...
- Hebrew:הַדְגָּשָׁה, מַדְגִּישׁ, ...
- Russian:выделение, подчеркивающая, ...
- Ukrainian:виділення, виділяючий, ...
- Hindi:जोर देना, उभारने वाला, ...
Definition of highlight - Reverso English Dictionary
Verb
1.
text markingmark text with a bright color for emphasis
- She highlighted the important dates in her calendar.
2.
stress importanceemphasize something as being of particular importance
- The report highlights the need for immediate action..
3.
beautyRare dye part of the hair a lighter colorRare
- She decided to highlight her hair for the summer.
Noun
1.
entertainmentmost exciting part of an event
- The concert's highlight was the fireworks display.
2.
beautylighter strand of hair
- She added a highlight to her brown hair.
3.
artTECH. area of lightest color in a paintingTECH.
- The artist added highlights to the painting to enhance its realism..
Images of highlight
lighter strand of hair 
area of lightest color in a painting
Expressions with highlight
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the most exciting or memorable part of the day
The highlight of the day was meeting the famous author.
bring attention to a problem
She highlighted an issue with the new software update.
compilation of the best moments
The athlete's highlight reel showcased their most impressive plays.
emphasize clearly that something is true important or revealing
These statistics highlight the fact that early support can change outcomes.
Origin of highlight
English, high (elevated) + light (brightness)
Examples of highlight in a sentence
Students often highlight their textbooks to aid in studying. The study highlights the benefits of a balanced diet. She highlighted the key points in her presentation. He wanted to highlight the tips of his hair. They highlighted her bangs for a fresh look. The highlight of the movie was the unexpected twist.
The highlight of the evening was the award ceremony. The stylist recommended highlights for a fresh look. Her highlights shimmered under the sunlight. She brightened the highlights to make the painting pop. The highlights in the portrait drew everyone's attention.
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- French:surligner, point culminant, ...
- German:markieren, Highlight, ...
- Italian:evidenziare, momento clou, ...
- Spanish:resaltar, momento culminante, ...
- Portuguese:marcar, ponto alto, ...
- Chinese:标记, 高潮, ...
- Japanese:マークする, ハイライト, ...
- Arabic:ظَلَّل, أبرز لحظة, ...
- Hebrew:לְהַדְגִּישׁ, שִׂיא, ...
- Russian:выделять, кульминация, ...
- Ukrainian:виділяти, кульмінація, ...
- Hindi:हाइलाइट करना, मुख्य आकर्षण, ...
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