Spotlight

/ˈspɒt.laɪt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A strong beam of light used to illuminate a specific area or object.

The theater director used a spotlight to highlight the main actor during the performance.

Prominent attention or interest.

The new artist is finally in the spotlight after her latest album became a hit.

verb

To illuminate or focus attention on something.

The documentary aims to spotlight the issues faced by the homeless community.

The term 'spotlight' originates from combining 'spot' (a particular place) and 'light'.

in the spotlight

In a position of prominence or public attention.

put someone in the spotlight

To draw attention or focus to someone.

shine a spotlight on

To bring attention or awareness to a particular issue.

focus

The center of interest or attention.

attention

The act of focusing or concentrating on something.

To be prominently featured or noticed.

After that viral video, she was totally in the spotlight.

To draw attention to oneself.

He's always trying to spotlight himself at parties.