1. the act or process of making something stand out or drawing attention to it
2. a bright color or light area applied to hair or a surface to create contrast or emphasis
Usage: commonly used in cosmetics and hair styling

1. to mark or color text or an area with a bright marker or digital tool to make it stand out
2. to draw attention to or emphasize something as being important or notable

Examples

• The teacher is highlighting the key vocabulary words in the textbook.
• Highlighting your hair can give you a fresh, summery look.
• The report focuses on highlighting the company's achievements this year.
• She used a yellow marker for highlighting important passages in her notes.
• The presentation was effective at highlighting the main problems and solutions.
• He got blonde highlights added to his dark hair.
• Highlighting certain features in your design can guide the viewer's eye.