limelight
Translation
limelight, spotlight, public attention
Examples
She loves being in the limelight.
She loves being in the limelight.
He shies away from the limelight.
He shies away from the limelight.
Grammar Patterns
((in the)) limelight the focus of public attention She loves being in the limelight.
Similar Words
Synonyms: spotlight, public eye, attention
Etymology
From 'lime' (calcium oxide) + 'light'. Historically, a bright light was produced by heating lime, used to illuminate theater stages.
Memory Tips
Imagine an actor standing under a bright 'lime' 'light' on stage, the center of attention.