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superstar

noun su·per·star \ˈsü-pər-ˌstär\

: an extremely famous and successful performer, athlete, etc.

Full Definition of SUPERSTAR

1
:  a star (as in sports or the movies) who is considered extremely talented, has great public appeal, and can usually command a high salary
2
:  one that is very prominent or is a prime attraction <a diplomatic superstar>
su·per·star·dom \-dəm\ noun
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First Known Use of SUPERSTAR

1924

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