high beam

1 of 1noun

/ˈhaɪ ˈbim/

Forms:high beams

the bright headlights on a vehicle used for maximum illumination of the road ahead, especially in dark or low-visibility conditions

A high beam is a setting on a vehicle's headlights that provides a brighter and more intense light, designed to illuminate a larger area of the road at a greater distance. High beams are typically used when driving in areas with little to no oncoming traffic, such as on highways at night, to help the driver see further ahead. However, they can be blinding to other drivers, so it is important to switch to low beams when approaching other vehicles to avoid causing glare. High beams are usually activated by a switch on the steering column or lever.

He switched on the high beams to navigate through the dense fog.
High beams are essential for driving safely on unlit country roads at night.
The driver was reminded to dim his high beams when approaching oncoming traffic.
The car's high beams automatically adjust based on the surrounding light conditions.
She adjusted the angle of the high beams to improve visibility around sharp turns.

Synonyms:

bright