highlight

/hˈa‍ɪla‍ɪt/

/ˈhaɪˌɫaɪt/

[verb] [noun]

to highlight

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

to make parts of the hair a shade lighter than the rest using chemical substances

to bring attention to something by making it more visible or prominent

synonyms : foreground

play up

spotlight

antonyms : background

Highlight

[NOUN]

a bright or lighter color applied to sections of the hair, typically through bleaching or dyeing, to create contrast or add dimension to the hairstyle

the most outstanding, enjoyable or exciting part of something

synonyms : high spot

an area of lightness in a picture

synonyms : highlighting

a feature on social media platforms that allows users to showcase or emphasize specific content by making it more prominent or visible

Examples

1. The dance competition at the festival was the highlight of the night.

2. The saxophone player's solo was the highlight of the jazz performance.

3. The teacher highlighted the correct steps to solve the math problem.

4. Public education campaigns highlight potential health risks of consuming pink slime products.

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