Definition

A tool used to mark important text or to enhance features on the face, often with bright colors or fluorescent ink.

Example

She used a yellow highlighter to mark the key points in her notes.

Conversation

Did you bring your highlighter to class today?

Yeah, I always use it to mark important notes.

I should get one too; it makes studying so much easier.

Definitely! A good highlighter can really help you remember things.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Highlighter → It is formed from "high" (from Old English "heah", meaning tall or elevated) and "lighter" (from the verb "light" meaning to illuminate or make bright). The word "highlighter" refers to a tool that makes text stand out by illuminating it with bright colors.

Memory Tip

Think of something that makes text 'tall' or 'elevated' ('high') and 'bright' ('lighter') — that's why a highlighter is used to illuminate important information.

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