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highlighting

/ˌhaɪˈlaɪtɪŋ/ noun · British & US
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What does highlighting mean?

noun

The act of making something stand out by emphasizing it, often by using a different color or font. The process of selecting and displaying the most important information in a text or image.

Example

"The teacher used highlighting to draw attention to the key points in the lesson."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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