five-star
Americanadjective
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having five stars to indicate rank or quality.
a five-star general; a five-star brandy.
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of the highest quality.
adjective
Etymology
Origin of five-star
First recorded in 1910–15
Example Sentences
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Italy's highest court has ruled a five-star Dolomites hotel was acting lawfully when it refused to provide tap water to a tourist.
From BBC • May 27, 2026
It’s OK to enjoy your life, feel comfortable that you have savings, and take those five-star vacations, if you can afford them.
From MarketWatch • May 26, 2026
The former five-star recruit out of Sierra Canyon High is still growing into his career, especially after surgery for a congenital heart defect derailed his brief college experience.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 25, 2026
And though the official tour programme ends on Friday evening with a rugby match in Sydney, on Saturday the Duchess will hold an "in-person conversation" at a wellness retreat in a five-star Sydney beachside hotel.
From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026
Far away from Mum and Dad and their three-, four-, and five-star arguments.
From "Black Swan Green" by David Mitchell
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