highlight

B1 · Intermediate

v. to mark words in a book or on a screen with a bright colour.

v. to mark passages of text with a different colour, typically using a fluorescent pen or digital tool, for later reference.

“I highlighted the most important dates in my history textbook.”

“Students are encouraged to highlight key terminology while reading the primary source material to facilitate easier review before the examination.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate

v. to dye small parts of your hair a lighter colour.

v. to dye specific strands of hair a different, usually lighter, colour than the rest.

“She decided to highlight her hair for the summer.”

“The stylist suggested highlighting the front sections to frame her face more effectively.”

B1 · Intermediate Countable noun

n. the most exciting or important part of an event.

n. the most significant, interesting, or memorable detail or event within a period of time.

“The highlight of our trip was seeing the Grand Canyon at sunset.”

“The documentary provides a fascinating look at the highlights of the artist's career, from her early sketches to her final masterpieces.”

C1 · Advanced Countable noun Science Technical

n. a very bright or light spot in a photo or painting.

n. an area of high luminous intensity in an image, drawing, or photograph.

“The artist used white paint to create a highlight on the glass bottle.”

“The photographer adjusted the exposure to prevent the highlights on the water's surface from becoming overexposed and losing detail.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun

n. lighter or different coloured streaks in someone's hair.

n. strands of hair that have been tinted or bleached to contrast with the natural hair colour.

“She went to the salon to get some blonde highlights.”

“Subtle highlights can add dimension to dark hair without requiring a complete colour change.”