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Another word for highlight

Choosing another word for highlight depends on context, so the 19 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 4 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

An outstanding, memorable, or most interesting part of an event, experience, or period of time.

Usage Example

"Visiting the ancient ruins was the undeniable high point of our summer trip."

Strongest
high point
Strong
climax
peak
pinnacle
crowning moment
zenith

• verb (Context 2)

To draw special attention to a fact, issue, or detail so that others notice its importance.

Usage Example

"The annual report highlights the urgent need for investment in renewable energy."

Strongest
underscore
emphasize
underline
accentuate
spotlight
Strong
stress
foreground
feature
point out

• verb (Context 3)

To mark printed or digital text with a bright color in order to make it stand out or select it for editing.

Usage Example

"Please mark the key vocabulary words in the article as you read through it."

Strong
mark
select

• verb (Context 4)

To color or bleach specific strands of hair a lighter shade than the rest.

Usage Example

"She decided to have her hair professionally highlighted before the wedding."

Strong
streak
lighten

Opposites of highlight

The opposite of highlight shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

shadow
lowlight
downplay
gloss over
low point
nadir
overlook
minimize
See all opposites of highlight

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Highlight. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/highlight
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