Highlight Definition

highlight
noun
  1. the most interesting or memorable part; "the highlight of the tour was our visit to the Vatican"
  2. an area of lightness in a picture
verb
  1. move into the foreground to make more visible or prominent; "The introduction highlighted the speaker's distinguished career in linguistics"
  2. apply a highlighter to one's cheeks or eyebrows in order to make them more prominent; "highlight the area above your eyebrows"

"Highlight" in song lyrics

See how highlight is used in real songs:

  • "Guess I gotcha all covered like a highlight"
    Jeff Chery f/ Ray Lavender — MILF
  • "Everything happen in my hood be a highlight"
    Max Minelli — G.S.P.N.
  • "Hustlin' is a highlight, thuggin' is a highlight"
    Max Minelli — G.S.P.N.

Usage tips for "highlight"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "highlight" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for highlight to find words that pair well.

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