highlight — the most exciting, impressive, or important part of something
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the most exciting, impressive, or important part of something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈhaɪlaɪt/
Example Sentences
- The highlight of my diet was eating a whole pizza by myself.
- Please highlight the important information in the textbook.
- Her hair highlights were so bright, airplanes used them for navigation.
highlight
NOUN[/ˈhaɪlaɪt/]
the most exciting, impressive, or important part of something
The streaker's last-minute goal became the highlight of the entire World Cup final.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
A modern English compound formed from 'high' and 'light', both Old English/Germanic origin words. The term emerged in the 20th century, initially used in art and photography to describe bright areas, then extended metaphorically to mean the most important part of something.
Breakdown
high (Old English 'hēah', meaning elevated or prominent) + light (Old English 'lēoht', meaning illumination or brightness) = highlight (the brightest or most prominent part)
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📝Examples
“The highlight of my diet was eating a whole pizza by myself.”
“Please highlight the important information in the textbook.”
“Her hair highlights were so bright, airplanes used them for navigation.”
“The documentary highlights the environmental issues we face today.”
“The highlight of the wedding was when the groom's pants split during the first dance.”
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