highlight (EN)

verb, noun

verb “highlight”

1. to make something stand out or to stress its importance
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   The report highlighted the need for more research in renewable energy sources.
2. to mark important parts of a text with a fluorescent color
   Before the exam, she highlighted all the key points in her notes to make them stand out.
3. to color some sections of hair differently from the rest
   She decided to highlight her brown hair with blonde streaks for the summer.

noun “highlight”

1. an especially memorable or significant part of an event
   The highlight of the concert was the surprise guest performance by a famous singer.
2. in art, a part that is brightly lit or appears very light
   In her portrait, the highlights on her cheeks and eyes brought her face to life, making it the focal point of the painting.
3. a section of hair that has been colored differently from the surrounding hair
   She decided to add pink highlights to her brown hair for a fun, summer look.