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HIGHLIGHT

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Highlight.

How to pronounce highlight:

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Highlight - as a noun

The most interesting or memorable part

Example: "The highlight of the tour was our visit to the vatican"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
high spot

An area of lightness in a picture

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
highlighting24

Highlight - as a verb

Move into the foreground to make more visible or prominent

Example: "The introduction highlighted the speaker's distinguished career in linguistics"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
foreground15play upspotlight15

Apply a highlighter to one's cheeks or eyebrows in order to make them more prominent

Example: "Highlight the area above your eyebrows"

Example Sentences

"The highlight of the party was the surprise announcement."
"She couldn't wait to experience the highlight of her vacation: scuba diving in the coral reef."
"The museum tour guide pointed out the highlights of the exhibition."
"The book provided a brief summary of the main highlights of the historical event."
"The sports commentator described the game's highlights in great detail."
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Word Game Points

Is HIGHLIGHT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, highlight is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

HIGHLIGHT has a SCRABBLE points total of 20.

Is HIGHLIGHT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, highlight is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
HIGHLIGHT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.

Is HIGHLIGHT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, highlight is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
HIGHLIGHT has a WORDFEUD points total of 22.

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