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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And though Mathis was ruled because of an injury, the Terrapins can turn to five-star edge Zion Elee, the highest ranked recruiting prospect in program history.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 25, 2026
Fancy a weekend at a five-star hotel in Rome for New Year’s?
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 23, 2026
In a five-star review, the Guardian's Lucy Mangan, external said Lawson "moves through Bake Off dispensing words of wisdom, generous praise and gentle criticism".
From BBC ● Sep. 23, 2026
From the vendor selling paletas in the plaza to guests at a five-star hotel, she is instantly recognized and surrounded by people seeking selfies and hugs.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 19, 2026
Compared to Robben Island, we were in a five-star hotel.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
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