Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
upstager
noun
/ˈʌpˌsteɪdʒər/
Definition
An upstager is a person who draws attention away from someone else, especially in a performance or in social situations.
Examples
- During the play, the actress felt that her co-star was trying to upstage her with flashy performances.
- The politician was often accused of being an upstager, always seeking the spotlight at large events.
Meaning
The term describes someone who diverts focus or leads the audience’s attention towards themselves instead of the main performer or speaker.
Synonyms
- show-off
- attention-seeker
- scene-stealer
- spotlight-stealer
