1. plural of highlife; a style of West African popular music and dance that blends traditional rhythms with Western instruments and harmonies
Usage: often capitalized when referring to the music genre; originated in Ghana and Nigeria in the early 20th century
2. plural of highlife; a luxurious or glamorous way of living; the lifestyle of the wealthy and fashionable
Usage: informal; often used in the phrase 'the highlife'

Examples

• The band performed several highlifes at the cultural festival.
• Highlifes from Ghana became popular across West Africa in the mid-20th century.
• He enjoyed the highlifes of the city, attending exclusive parties and dining at fine restaurants.
• The musicians blended traditional drums with brass instruments to create authentic highlifes.
• She dreamed of living the highlifes she saw in magazines and movies.
• Highlifes represent an important chapter in African music history.