spotlighted

spot-light-ed

verb

Drew public attention to something or someone, making it prominent.

"The report spotlighted the urgent need for change."

adjective

Having been made the focus of significant public attention or scrutiny.

"The spotlighted issue dominated the headlines."

Thesaurus

Synonyms: spotlight, limelight, public eye, glare, spot, foreground, play up, highlight

Antonyms: background, downplay, play down