Definitions

1. noun

a strong beam of light, typically from a spotlight, used to focus attention on something or someone

“The actress shone brightly under the spotlight at the awards ceremony.”

2. verb

to focus attention on someone or something, especially in order to criticize or shame them

“She was spotlighted for her scandalous behavior on social media.”

3. noun

a device that produces a concentrated beam of light, especially for use in lighting a stage or a particular area

“The theater’s spotlight system was upgraded to improve the lighting for the play.”