SUPERSTAR Synonyms: 44 Similar and Opposite Words

superstar

noun

ˈsü-pər-ˌstär

Definition of superstar

as in star

a person who is widely known and usually much talked about a basketball superstar

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Recent Examples of superstar The film is directed by Gotham Chopra, portrays NBA superstar Stephen Curry reaching a record 4,000 three-pointers on the basketball court, and the shooting mastery behind the Golden State Warrior team leader’s sporting greatness. — Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 28 Aug. 2026 The death of country superstar Dolly Parton is a monumental loss for the entertainment industry. — Allison Degrushe, StyleCaster, 28 Aug. 2026 For former Sevier County historian Carroll McMahan, 76, his memories of the superstar begin during his time at Sevier County High School. — Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 28 Aug. 2026 The film also gets a boost from legendary composer Randy Newman and superstar Taylor Swift. — Clayton Davis, Variety, 27 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for superstar

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Noun

Brad Pitt sent a message to George Clooney as the Michael Clayton star was honored Wednesday at the Venice International Film Festival.

— Raechal Shewfelt, Entertainment Weekly, 3 Sep. 2026
Marchese spent the past 12 years as a senior executive at Studio71, another creator media firm that handled distribution and advertising sales representation for a range of digital-native stars.

— William Earl, Variety, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of star

Noun

Johnson looked to Tracey Cunningham—the celebrity colorist and Schwarzkopf Professional US creative director of color and technique—for the job.

— Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 2 Sep. 2026
Its celebrity pedigree is astonishing (spokespersons and fans include Jane Fonda, Martha Stewart, Andie MacDowell, Heidi Klum, etc), its offerings are robust, and many, if not most of its products, are five-star successes.

— Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of celebrity

Noun

As a talk-show host and media personality, her sometimes petulant, relentlessly flirtatious energy was a thrilling throwback to the likes of Rosie O’Donnell or Alan Carr’s chat shows.

— Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 3 Sep. 2026
One aspect of Eloise’s personality that her parents and brother treasure the most is her connection with animals, from family pets to the deer and horses roaming on the ranch.

— Sam Gillette, PEOPLE, 3 Sep. 2026

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