celebrity

noun

sə-ˈle-brə-tē How to pronounce celebrity (audio)
Definition of celebritynext
1
as in star
a person who is widely known and usually much talked about celebrities from sports and entertainment attended the opening ceremonies of the Olympic Games

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2
as in fame
the fact or state of being known to the public an actor who reportedly feels very uncomfortable with his celebrity

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Recent Examples of celebrity Several celebrities who couldn’t be there showed their support with a series of videos that included messages from Mark Ruffalo, Julian Casablancas, Cynthia Nixon, Ilana Glazer, and Natasha Rothwell. — Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 27 Oct. 2026 Will Ferrell's visit marks the latest celebrity sighting in Pittsburgh. — CBS News, 27 Oct. 2026 Its Art Deco architecture and interiors caught the eyes of royals, celebrities, and politicians around the world. — Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 27 Oct. 2026 As the stage was reset, the crowd was treated to a series of video messages from celebrities who couldn’t be there but wanted to show their support. — Steven J. Horowitz, Variety, 26 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for celebrity
Recent Examples of Synonyms for celebrity
  1. star
  2. fame
  3. personality
  4. notoriety
  5. celeb
  6. renown
Noun
  • Stokes finished with a personal 2026 postseason-best 13 points to go with eight rebounds, three blocks and suffocating defense on Dream star Angel Reese, who was held to seven points on 2-for-8 shooting.
    — Reuters, NBC news, 27 Oct. 2026
  • The former Cowboys star motioned to the drivers of the vehicles to tell them to slow down, and that’s when the dispute began.
    — Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Oct. 2026
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  • Having survived World War II as a child and later found global fame as an actress, Audrey was attracted to Switzerland for the peace and privacy the country offered.
    — Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 29 Oct. 2026
  • Collin, one of the sextuplets who rose to fame alongside his parents and siblings, said children should not have to clearly articulate their distress before the adults around them recognize something is wrong.
    — Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 28 Oct. 2026
Definition of fame
Noun
  • Behind the scenes, Chicago historian and media personality Studs Terkel played an integral role, acting as a guide for Mitchell.
    — Nina Metz, Chicago Tribune, 28 Oct. 2026
  • Behind the scenes, Muse uses a collection of digital notes and instructions to guide its personality, actions and memory, all of which can be reviewed, edited and deleted.
    — Marty Swant, Washington Post, 27 Oct. 2026
Definition of personality
Noun
  • Social media has intensified these dynamics, spreading images of violence, wealth, weapons and notoriety far beyond the neighborhoods and front lines where gangs and armed groups operate.
    — Charles Wratto, The Conversation, 27 Oct. 2026
  • Part of Kardashian’s notoriety in the early days of her fame was in part due to her exaggerated curves.
    — Elizabeth Gulino, Allure, 27 Oct. 2026
Definition of notoriety
Noun
  • Alan Bersten, who was eliminated on season 35’s second week alongside celeb partner Giada De Laurentiis, was picked to sub in for Chmerkovskiy to dance with his partner, Jenna Dewan.
    — Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 18 Oct. 2026
  • Because, like me, celebs have been skipping traditional bold lipstick for glossy finishes or blotted, barely-there stains.
    — Kara Nesvig, Allure, 8 Oct. 2026
Definition of celeb
Noun
  • Despite that, Evelyn, Geraldine and Mildred Gay never achieved the same renown as peers like Mahalia Jackson and Clara Ward.
    — Hannah Edgar, Chicago Tribune, 22 Oct. 2026
  • Related Articles Botstein led Bard College from 1975 and was known as a deft fundraiser who helped earn the small institution global renown.
    — Tessa Solomon, ARTnews.com, 8 Oct. 2026
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“Celebrity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/celebrity. Accessed 30 Oct. 2026.

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