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spotlight

UK
/ˈspɒt.laɪt/
US
/ˈspɑt.laɪt/

Translations

spotlightnoun
spotlights
pl
UK
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US
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projecteurAppareil d’éclairage de scène.
The lighting technician adjusted the spotlight to follow the singer across the stage.
Le technicien lumière a réglé le projecteur pour suivre la chanteuse sur toute la scène.
projecteursAu pluriel, dans l’expression « être sous les projecteurs » ; sens figuré de forte attention publique.
The new policy put the company in the spotlight, attracting both praise and criticism.
La nouvelle politique a mis l’entreprise sous les projecteurs, attirant à la fois des éloges et des critiques.
Additional translations
spotRegistre courant, surtout au théâtre et en éclairage scénique.
Synonyms
focus
limelight
highlight
public eye
attention
spotlightverb
spotlighted
Past Simple
spotlighted
Past Participle
spotlighting
Gerund
UK
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US
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mettre en lumièreSens figuré : attirer l’attention sur quelqu’un ou quelque chose.
The documentary spotlights the challenges faced by small farmers.
Le documentaire met en lumière les difficultés auxquelles sont confrontés les petits agriculteurs.
éclairerÉclairer avec un projecteur.
The stage crew spotlighted the lead actor during the performance.
L’équipe de scène a éclairé le premier rôle avec un projecteur pendant le spectacle.
Synonyms
feature
underscore
emphasize
focus on
highlight
illuminate
spotlightadjective
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US
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Used attributively before another noun to denote connection with a spotlight or with prominent attention.
phareSens figuré : très mis en avant, bénéficiant d’une forte visibilité.
Their spotlight initiative on renewable energy won several awards.
Leur initiative phare sur les énergies renouvelables a remporté plusieurs prix.
de projecteurRelatif à l’emploi d’un projecteur, surtout dans le domaine du spectacle.
During rehearsals, the spotlight crew practiced their cues.
Pendant les répétitions, l’équipe de projecteurs a répété ses entrées.
Synonyms
high-profile
glamorous
prominent
notable
noteworthy
celebrated
famous
renowned
well-known
well-publicized
highly publicized
publicized
highlighted
spotlit
spotlighted
attention-grabbing
attention-getting
conspicuous
showy

Definitions

spotlightnoun
A strong, focused beam of light used to illuminate a particular area or performer, especially on a stage.
The actor stood in the spotlight, delivering his monologue with great emotion.
Public attention or notice, often implying scrutiny or fame.
The new policy put the company in the spotlight, attracting both praise and criticism.
A powerful stage lighting instrument designed to project a narrow, intense beam of light.
The lighting technician adjusted the spotlight to follow the singer across the stage.
spotlightverb
To illuminate with a spotlight.
The stage crew spotlighted the lead actor during the performance.
To focus attention on something or someone.
The documentary spotlights the challenges faced by small farmers.
spotlightadjective
Relating to or employing a spotlight, especially in theatrical or performance contexts.
During rehearsals, the spotlight crew practiced their cues.
Prominently featured or receiving considerable public attention.
Their spotlight initiative on renewable energy won several awards.
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