non-highlightable
|non-high-light-a-ble|
C1
/nɒnˈhaɪˌlaɪtəbəl/
(highlight)
emphasize
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-highlightable' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the word 'highlight,' which comes from the combination of 'high' and 'light,' where 'high' meant 'elevated' and 'light' meant 'to illuminate.'
Historical Evolution
'highlight' changed from the Middle English word 'hīgh' and 'light' and eventually became the modern English word 'highlight.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'highlight' meant 'to illuminate or make prominent,' and over time, 'non-highlightable' evolved to mean 'not capable of being highlighted.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not capable of being highlighted or emphasized.
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Last updated: 2025/04/23 22:17