Highlightsis English language expression which, depending on the context, has several interpretations. Highlights is the plural of highlight, which can mean the brightest spot in a photograph or painting. It is also the verb to illuminate, to enhance, to adorn with illumination.
The word highlights is formed by words high and lights. high is a noun that indicates a place that is high, high, is also an adjective referring to what is high, superior, important, noble, illustrious, sublime; lights (plural of light) means light, lighting, clarity.
In the figurative sense, highlights is used to express a moment of crisis, a difficult situation, an abnormal situation.
Highlights in the hair
The word highlights also describes a trend regarding the hair. To do highlights it means having locks of hair with a different color, in order to enhance the look.
Many people confuse the ombre highlights (name of hair coloring technique) with the Californian wicks, however, even though they are similar, they are not the same thing.
The technique of Californian wicks is based on the discoloration of the ends of the hair, while the ombre highlights consists of making a more uniform, long and smooth discoloration, taking almost all the hair, so gradient.
Highlights at events
Highlights also means the Hight point or the most important parts of some event or time. Thus, the highlights from a football game, for example, are the best moments, prettier plays, goal moves or controversial events that marked the game.
The term highlights it is also widely used in MMA disputes (Mixed Martial Arts), like the UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship).
The expression is used in the tourism area to highlight the places that impress for their beauty and uniqueness. For example: highlights of Germany; highlights of paris.
