hotshot
Definition
Noun: - A person who is exceptionally skilled, successful, or impressive in a particular field, often with a connotation of confidence or flashiness.
Usage
The word "hotshot" is used as a countable noun to describe someone perceived as very talented, fast-rising, or prominent. It can be used admiringly or with a slight tone of envy or criticism regarding the person's perceived arrogance. It is typically used in informal contexts.
Examples
- The law firm just hired a new hotshot straight out of Harvard.
- Everyone was impressed by the young hotshot who solved the complex coding problem.
- He's the hotshot of the sales department, breaking records every quarter.
Advanced Usage
- Often used attributively (before another noun) to describe a person or sometimes a thing characterized by high performance or prestige.
- Example: He drives a hotshot sports car.
- Example: She got a job at a hotshot startup.
Variants and Related Words
- Whiz (or whizz): Noun. A person who is extremely clever or skilled at something.
- Ace: Noun. A person who excels at a particular activity.
- Wunderkind: Noun. A person who achieves great success at a relatively young age.
- Star: Noun. A very famous or talented performer or person in a particular field.
Synonyms
- Expert
- Ace
- Whiz
- Star
- Virtuoso
- Maven
Antonyms
- Amateur
- Novice
- Beginner
- Underachiever
Idioms and Phrases
- Hotshot lawyer/executive/developer, etc.: A common collocation specifying the field in which the person excels.
- Example: The defendant hired a team of hotshot lawyers.
Noun
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someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field
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