Highlight
Noun, Verb
UK
/ˈhaɪ.laɪt/
US
/ˈhaɪ.laɪt/
Level: Easy - A1 (Beginner)
Definition
(v) : To show or mark something as important or special.
(n) : The best or most important part.
(n) : The best or most important part.
Example
"(v) : Please highlight the key words in your notebook."
"(v) : The teacher highlighted the main ideas so everyone could understand better."
"(n) : The highlight of the trip was seeing the beautiful mountain view at sunset."
Explanation
To highlight means to show the most important or best part of something. For example, she highlighted the main points in her notes. As a noun, it means the most exciting or important part; for example, the highlight of the trip was seeing the Tajmahal. People highlight things in books, talks, or experiences to make them easy to notice or remember.