highlighting

American  

[hahy-lahy-ting] / ˈhaɪˌlaɪ tɪŋ /

noun

1. a hair dyeing technique in which dye is applied to parts of the hair for a naturally lighter and contrasting appearance.

2. a makeup application style in which a cosmetic powder or cream is applied to the face in places where light would naturally hit, as the cheeks, forehead, chin, and center of the nose, to create a glowing effect.

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Etymology

Origin of highlighting

First recorded in 1955–60; highlight ( def. ) + -ing ¹ ( def. )

Example Sentences

Cathie Wood showcased a Tesla robo-taxi ride, highlighting its potential for earnings growth amid stagnating EV sales.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

“The question is whether it’s commercially viable and/or attractive compared to terrestrial compute,” he added, highlighting that hardware maintenance and launch costs could pose challenges.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 6, 2026

Speaking at a trade show in Taipei alongside Marvell Chief Executive Officer Matt Murphy, Huang mapped out the future of AI infrastructure, highlighting a strategic transition from copper cables to optical communications.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

But while the previous movies in the series have remained largely in the toy world, the fifth film is the first to grapple with the issue of technology, highlighting both its benefits and risks.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

I pick out a highlighter from my pencil case and commence highlighting each topic we haven’t covered.

From "Saints and Misfits" by S.K. Ali