limelight

Letters that make limelight

e, g, l, h, m, t, i are letters that make 'limelight'

Words within limelight

el, lime, EL, light, li, ME, Light, Li, Ig are words within 'limelight'


2 possible definitions for 'limelight'

Limelight as "a lamp consisting of a flame directed at a cylinder of lime with a lens to concentrate the light, formerly used for stage lighting"

Under this definition, limelight is a noun and has the following properties:

Synonyms

calcium light has the same meaning as limelight

limelight as a type

'limelight' can be a type of lamp.

limelight as a member

'limelight' can be a member of theater light.


Limelight as "a focus of public attention"

Under this definition, limelight is a noun and has the following properties:

Synonyms

spotlight, glare, public eye have the same meaning as 'limelight'

limelight as a type

'limelight' can be a type of prominence.

Derivatives of limelight

foreground, highlight, spotlight, play up are derivatives of 'limelight'.

Example of limelight used within this context

"he enjoyed being in the limelight", "when Congress investigates it brings the full glare of publicity to the agency"



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