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.

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

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The issue of suicides after prolonged domestic abuse has featured in a number of high profile cases south of the border.

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Under the previous government, Kabul was threatened daily with attacks from the Taliban and so-called Islamic State militants, as well as high profile kidnappings and car-jackings.

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The most high profile of these was the confirmed adoption of a mandatory minimum of two pit stops at the Monaco Grand Prix.

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