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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
Related to SUPERSTAR
- Synonyms
- big name, cause célèbre (also cause celebre), celeb, figure, icon (also ikon), light, luminary, megastar, name, notability, notable, notoriety, personage, personality, somebody, standout, star, celebrity, VIP
- Antonyms
- nobody, noncelebrity
Rhymes with SUPERSTAR
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