high profile

NOUN

public prominence

Synonyms

WEAK

conspicuousness eminence exposure high relief notoriety public exposure

Antonyms

WEAK

anonymity low profile

ADJECTIVE

famous

Synonyms

STRONG

big-name big-shot celebrated distinguished famous notable noteworthy notorious prominent renowned top-level

Example Sentences

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Mohammed's case has become relatively high profile because he is an American citizen.

From BBC

Mass data breaches are fuelling scams and secondary hacks around the world, with several high profile attacks coming in 2025 alone.

From BBC

And 2023 also was marked by several high profile visitors to the continent.

From Seattle Times

She had a high profile during her husband's time leading the party through most of the 1980s and into the early 90s.

From BBC

“Did this only come about because of the high profile nature of the case?”

From Seattle Times