stardom

[stahr-duhm]

noun

1. the world or class of professional stars, as of the stage.

2. the status of a star or preeminent performer.

stardom

/ ˈstɑːdəm /

noun

1. the fame and prestige of being a star in films, sport, etc

2. the world of celebrities

Word History and Origins

Origin of stardom¹

First recorded in 1860–65; star + -dom

Example Sentences

As the designer behind these sought-after clothing brands, fashion has been a critical part of his rise to stardom.

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He struck stardom after becoming the first Bollywood actor to bare his chest on screen, prompting a flood of love letters from female fans.

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But Dharmendra wore his stardom lightly, staying away from the rat race and said he never wanted to be number one in the industry.

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Winston’s comments indicate a common problem that many athletes face when they are thrust into stardom and given millions of dollars at a young age.

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Smith stood at the precipice of stardom four years later, when she released “Wave” in 1979.

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Related Words

• acclaim 
• celebrity 
• glory 
• greatness 
• immortality 
• notoriety 
• popularity 
• prominence 
• recognition 
• renown