hotshot
Hotshot (noun) means someone considered highly skilled or successful in their field, often said with a hint of sarcasm. Example: “The new hotshot lawyer won her first three cases.”
How to use hotshot
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone flashy and skilled — the word can be a genuine compliment or a mocking jab depending on tone.
Context decides the tone: "hotshot lawyer" can be admiring or sarcastic depending on delivery.
Word forms
more hotshot comparative, hotshotted past tense, hotshots plural, hotshots singular, most hotshot superlative
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The new _____ lawyer won her first three cases.
Etymology
From hot + shot.
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What does “hotshot” mean?
The word “hotshot” means someone considered highly skilled or successful in their field, often said with a hint of sarcasm. In plain terms, someone flashy and skilled — the word can be a genuine compliment or a mocking jab depending on tone.
How do you pronounce “hotshot”?
“Hotshot” is pronounced HOT-shot (/ˈhɒtˌʃɒt/ in IPA).
How do you use “hotshot” in a sentence?
Here is “hotshot” used in a sentence: “The new hotshot lawyer won her first three cases.”
What part of speech is “hotshot”?
“Hotshot” is a noun.
How many meanings does “hotshot” have?
“Hotshot” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: someone considered highly skilled or successful in their field, often said with a hint of sarcasm.