high-profile

adjective

: attracting a lot of attention in newspapers, on television, etc.
a high-profile legal case
a high-profile athlete
She has a very high-profile job.

Examples of high-profile in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Recent high-profile incidents such as the Anthropic Claude Mythos breach in early 2026 reveal how advanced AI models can autonomously map networks and exploit zero-day vulnerabilities at machine speed. Anjana Susarla, Forbes.com, 9 July 2026 Within weeks of Rogan’s podcast, online conversations about ivermectin and fenbendazole had increased by 198% over the course of a month, illustrating how quickly high-profile discussions can attract public attention. Dannell D. Boatman, The Conversation, 8 July 2026 While the pair's high-profile nuptials have generated headlines, details from the ceremony are scant, as photos and videos of the wedding have yet to be released. Edward Segarra, USA Today, 8 July 2026 California’s Malibu has become a haven for high-profile figures, with Oakley founder Jim Jannard and megawatt musicians Beyoncé and Jay-Z spending up to $210 million on real estate in the coastal city in the past three years. Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 8 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for high-profile

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“High-profile.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/high-profile. Accessed 10 Jul. 2026.

Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!