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highlighted zone

[ˈhaɪlaɪtɪd zoʊn]
nounpl: highlighted zones
zona destacada
1. An area or region that is emphasized, marked, or brought into focus for special attention or visibility
The highlighted zone on the map shows the area affected by the storm.
A zona destacada no mapa mostra a área afetada pela tempestade.
2. In digital interfaces, a selected or illuminated area intended to direct user attention
Click on the highlighted zone to access the menu options.
Clique na zona destacada para acessar as opções do menu.
Synonyms
marked zoneemphasized areafocal zoneselected regionilluminated area
Antonyms
unmarked zonedimmed areabackground area

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
zona destacada
most common usage in Brazil
São Paulo
área em destaque
alternative phrasing used in business context
Portugal
zona realçada
preferred term in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

in the spotlight
under the spotlight
draw attention to
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