high profile

noun

1. a deliberately conspicuous manner of living or operating.

high profile

noun

1. 1. a position or approach characterized by a deliberate seeking of prominence or publicity

   2. ( as modifier ) Compare low profile

      a high-profile campaign

Other Word Forms

• high-profile adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of high profile¹

First recorded in 1965–70

Example Sentences

The official announcement came after months of speculation on the deal and Weiss’ high profile role within the news division.

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During the 13 years she worked for the Sunday Times, she also did serious interviews with a number of high profile figures including Margaret Thatcher, George Best and Rebecca West.

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The practice is common in high profile cases in the US.

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Her stage and radio work proved her versatility and won her awards, but it was television that provided Routledge with her most high profile roles.

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Her older sister Vicky Hamilton disappeared in 1991, sparking one of the most high profile missing person cases of the decade.

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