vedette

/vəˈdɛt/ or /vɛˈdɛt/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who is famous or well-known, often in a particular field or industry.

“The actress was considered a vedette of the Hollywood film scene.”

2. noun

A prominent or leading figure in a particular activity, organization, or movement.

“The musician became a vedette of the local music scene after releasing her debut album.”

3. noun

A soldier or officer who serves as a scout or reconnaissance officer.

“The army unit had a vedette to gather intelligence on enemy positions.”

4. noun

A lookout or observer, especially one stationed in a high place to watch for enemy movements or to signal the approach of friendly forces.

“The vedette on the hill spotted the enemy forces approaching the town.”

Synonyms

  • celebrity
  • icon
  • mover
  • shaker
  • star

Antonyms

  • obscure
  • unknown
  • unremarkable