High-profile

Definition

High-profile refers to attracting much attention or public interest.

Parts of Speech

• Adjective

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˌhaɪˈproʊfaɪl/
• Respelling: HYE-PROH-file (with "HYE" as in "high," "PROH" as in "pro," and "file" as in "file")

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˌhaɪˈprəʊfaɪl/
• Respelling: HYE-PROH-file (with "HYE" as in "high," "PROH" as in "pro," and "file" as in "file")

In both dialects, "high-profile" places the primary stress on the second syllable, "PROH." The pronunciation is the same across both American and British English, focusing on the clear articulation of "HYE-PROH-file."

Etymology

The term "high-profile" is a compound adjective formed by combining "high" and "profile". "High" in Old English is from "hēah", meaning "of great height, tall, towering, lofty; chief, superior, eminent;" and "profile" originates from the Italian "profilo" meaning "a drawing in outline," from "profilare" which means "to draw in outline," from "pro-" ("forth") and "filare" ("draw out, spin").

Derivatives

• High-profile case (noun)
• High-profile figure (noun)
• High-profile event (noun)
• High-profile job (noun)
• High-profile project (noun)

Synonyms

• Prominent
• Eminent
• Notable

Antonyms

• Low-key
• Unnoticed
• Obscure

Usage

The term "high-profile" is often used in media, business, and public relations to describe individuals, events, or cases that attract a significant amount of public and media attention.

Related Terms

• Prestigious
• Elite
• Renowned
• Celebrity
• High-ranking

Detailed Definition

Adjective

• Well-Known: Attracting a lot of attention and publicity.
  • Example: The high-profile CEO often appeared in the media.

• Prominent in Public Eye: Highly visible and recognized by the public.
  • Example: The charity event was attended by several high-profile celebrities.

• Significant and Publicized: Noteworthy and widely reported or discussed.
  • Example: The high-profile court case was followed closely by the public and the media.

‍Note: "High-profile" is often used in media and public relations to describe events, individuals, or entities that attract significant public and media attention. Being high-profile can be both advantageous and challenging, as the increased visibility can lead to greater scrutiny and criticism.