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highlight

The word “highlight” has 2 syllables: high-light

It's pronounced as /ˈhaɪˌlaɪt/

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In the thesaurus, “highlight” has 83 synonyms and 23 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for highlight along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for highlight

Antonyms for highlight

Meanings of highlight

  • noun
    1. An area or a spot in a drawing, painting, or photograph that is strongly illuminated.
    2. An especially significant or interesting detail or event or period of time.
    3. A strand or spot of hair dyed a different color than the rest.
  • verb
    1. To make prominent; emphasize.
    2. To be a highlight of.
    3. To mark (important passages of text), e.g. with a fluorescent marker pen or in a wordprocessor, as a means of memory retention or for later reference.
    4. To dye (part of the hair) a different color than the rest.
    5. To seek the attention of (a user) on IRC by mentioning their name in a message, causing that message to appear highlighted on their screen.

Example Sentences

  • The fireworks were the highlight of the festival.
  • Her speech was the highlight of the conference.
  • The coach said the final goal was the highlight of the match.
  • Visiting the ancient temple became the highlight of the trip.
  • The dessert was the highlight of the dinner party.

On this page you'll find 106 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to highlight, such as: Dunkirk, accent, accentuate, advertise, attraction, bear down on, belittle.

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