Meaning of the word hotshot in English

What does hotshot mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

hotshot

US /ˈhɑːt.ʃɑːt/
UK /ˈhɒt.ʃɒt/

Noun

a person who is very successful and confident, often in a way that is annoying to others

Example:
He thinks he's a real hotshot because he closed one big deal.
The new intern is a real hotshot, always trying to impress the boss.