high profile

[/haɪ ˈproʊfaɪl/]
adjective/noun
de alto perfil / altamente visível / proeminente
1. widely known or attracting much public attention; prominent and visible
The celebrity attended a high profile event at the Oscar Awards ceremony.
A celebridade compareceu a um evento de alto perfil na cerimônia do Oscar.
2. a person or organization that receives considerable public attention or media coverage
He became a high profile in the political arena after winning the election.
Ele se tornou uma figura de alto perfil na arena política após vencer a eleição.
3. a situation or case that attracts significant public interest and media scrutiny
The court case became a high profile due to the celebrity involved.
O caso judicial se tornou de alto perfil devido à celebridade envolvida.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, 'high profile' is used extensively in media, entertainment, and political discourse. It reflects the importance placed on public visibility and media presence in modern society. In Brazil, the term is often used to describe prominent political figures, celebrities, and public scandals that capture national attention. In the USA, it's particularly associated with celebrity culture, high-stakes legal cases, and influential business leaders.
NYC Slang
big time / in the spotlight / major player
Synonyms / Sinônimos
prominentvisiblewell-knowncelebratedprestigioushigh-statushigh-ranking
Antonyms / Antônimos
low-profileobscureunknowninconspicuoushiddenanonymous

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
de alto perfil / altamente visível
most common usage in formal and informal contexts
São Paulo
de grande relevância / em destaque
business and media contexts often use these alternatives
Rio de Janeiro
em evidência / de notoriedade
commonly used in social and entertainment circles
Portugal
de alto nível / de grande visibilidade
similar to Brazilian usage but with slight preference for 'de grande visibilidade'

Related Words

publicityprominencevisibilitycelebrityfamespotlightnotorietyrecognition

Related Idioms & Phrases

in the public eye
under the spotlight
center of attention
making headlines
in the limelight
hitting the news
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