Fame

used to describe someone or something that attracts a great deal of public attention

As a celebrity, she is always in the public eye.

a well-known or influential person, especially in a specific field or industry

The company's new CEO is a big name in the financial world.

someone or something that manages to attract a lot of attention and popularity for a short period of time

That celebrity may be the flavor of the month in Hollywood right now, but it's hard to say whether they will have continued success in the future.

to experience a sudden rise to fame and glory

The actor is hitting the big time with his new movie.

to become well-known or respected in a particular field or area through one's achievements or actions

Angela worked hard to make a name for herself in the fashion industry.

to reach a great level of fame and success

Michael Jordan made it big as a basketball player.

to make a person, place, or thing widely known, often for the first time

The small village was put on the map by the annual music festival.

something or someone that is currently the subject of a lot of gossip and discussion among the people in a particular community or social circle

The recent election and its results have been the talk of the town, with people discussing the impact on the community and the country as a whole.

to take action or make a statement in order to avoid embarrassment, humiliation, or loss of respect

After the poor performance, the athlete saved her face by focusing on her training and winning the next championship.

someone or something that receives a lot of attention by the public

The athlete remained in the spotlight after breaking the world record.

to undo or reverse something that has already been said or done, particularly when it is impossible to truly forget or ignore its impact or consequences

Once the news was out, it was like trying to unring a bell.The damage was done.

a person whose fame or influence has widely spread

David is the big fish in the marketing department.He leads the team and makes key decisions on campaigns and strategies.