HIGHLIGHT
/ˈhaɪ.ˌlaɪt/
9 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of HIGHLIGHT
An area or a spot in a drawing, painting, or photograph that is strongly illuminated.
An especially significant or interesting detail or event or period of time.
"Meeting my future wife was the highlight of my trip to Spain."
A strand or spot of hair dyed a different color than the rest.
To make prominent; emphasize.
To be a highlight of.
To mark (important passages of text), e.g. with a fluorescent marker pen or in a wordprocessor, as a means of memory retention or for later reference.
Examples of HIGHLIGHT in a Sentence
- "Meeting my future wife was the highlight of my trip to Spain."
Word Details
Is HIGHLIGHT a Scrabble Word?
Yes, HIGHLIGHT is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: HIGHLIGHT uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for HIGHLIGHT
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | h | i | g | h | l | i | g | h | t | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 4 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 20 |
| WWF | 3 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 20 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in HIGHLIGHT
22 words from the letters in HIGHLIGHT
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How to Use HIGHLIGHT in Word Games
HIGHLIGHT is worth 20 points in Scrabble and 20 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble HIGHLIGHT to find 22 additional valid words.