Synonyms of spotlight

spotlight 1 of 2

noun

as in limelight

the center of public attention

reality show contestants who become addicted to the spotlight

Synonyms & Similar Words

• limelight
• attention
• center stage
• top billing
• catbird seat
• heed
• notice
• front burner

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• back burner

spotlight

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verb

as in to focus

Synonyms & Similar Words

• focus
• identify
• highlight
• pinpoint
• feature
• emphasize
• point (up)
• accent
• accentuate
• stress
• illuminate
• foreground
• press
• publicize
• advertise
• play up
• punctuate
• promote
• plug
• boost
• overplay

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• tone (down)
• play down
• minimize
• de-emphasize
• underemphasize
• understate
• discount
• disparage
• belittle