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AWL Sublist 8 · Academic Word
highlight
/ˈhaɪlaɪt/ Syllables: high·light
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Arabic Translation & Context
Synonyms & Antonyms
To emphasize something important or to mark text so it stands out visually.
Synonyms
emphasize
stress
spotlight
Antonyms
downplay
obscure
Translations
highlight in Arabic
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Arabic Meaning
يسلط الضوء على، يبرز
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Easy Explanation (Arabic)
أن تجعل شيئًا مهمًا يظهر بوضوح، أو أن تضع علامة على نص ليبرز.
Easy Explanation
Plain English Breakdown
Highlight means to emphasize or mark as important. Tutors highlight key terms in readings so undergraduates focus on concepts tested in weekly quizzes.
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Memory TipHigh light — shine extra light on what matters most.
Contextual Examples
How to use in a sentence
The abstract should highlight main findings so busy reviewers grasp contributions within the first minute.
Conference speakers highlight limitations honestly to build credibility with sceptical disciplinary audiences.
Colour codes highlight statistically significant cells in tables exported from the regression analysis software.
Word Families & Pronunciation
highlight
| PART OF SPEECH | FORM |
|---|---|
| adjective | highlighted |
| noun | highlights |
| noun | highlighting |
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