All highlight synonyms
high·light
H h noun highlight
- climax — The climax of something is the most exciting or important moment in it, usually near the end.
- focal point — Also called principal focus. Optics. either of two points on the axis of a mirror, lens, or other optical system, one point being such that rays diverging from it are deviated parallel to the axis upon refraction or reflection by the system and the other point being such that rays parallel to the axis of the system converge to the point upon refraction or reflection by the system.
- feature — a prominent or conspicuous part or characteristic: Tall buildings were a new feature on the skyline.
- focus — a central point, as of attraction, attention, or activity: The need to prevent a nuclear war became the focus of all diplomatic efforts.
- peak — the pointed top of a mountain or ridge.
- high point — a city in central North Carolina.
- high spot — The high spot of an event or activity is the most exciting or enjoyable part of it.
- icing on the cake — a sweet mixture, cooked or uncooked, for coating or filling cakes, cookies, and the like; icing.
- acme — The acme of something is its highest point of achievement or excellence.
verb highlight
- emphasize — Give special importance or prominence to (something) in speaking or writing.
- emphasise — (British) alternative spelling of emphasize.
- underline — to mark with a line or lines underneath; underscore.
- stress — importance attached to a thing: to lay stress upon good manners. Synonyms: significance, meaning, emphasis, consequence; weight, value, worth.
- show up — to cause or allow to be seen; exhibit; display.
- underscore — to mark with a line or lines underneath; underline, as for emphasis.
- bring to light — something that makes things visible or affords illumination: All colors depend on light.