superstar

[soo-per-stahr]

noun

1. a person, such as a performer or athlete, who enjoys wide recognition, is esteemed for exceptional talent, and is eagerly sought after for their services.

2. any very prominent or successful person or thing.

superstar

/ ˈsuːpəˌstɑː /

noun

1. a popular singer, film star, etc, who is idolized by fans and elevated to a position of importance in the entertainment industry

Other Word Forms

• superstardom noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of superstar¹

An Americanism dating back to 1920–25; super- + star

Example Sentences

"International rugby league has never been more competitive and there will be genuine superstars across all groups and stages in this tournament," said IRL chairman Troy Grant.

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Chinese superstar Fan Bingbing was the talk of town as she was tipped to win the best award actress and make a surprise appearance at Taiwan's prestigious Golden Horse Awards Saturday.

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New York was “a crucible where ordinary people, artists, and outcasts brushed shoulders with superstars in the making,” Mr. Ferrando writes.

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And this is despite the Reds spending more than £400m - and bringing in superstar talent - in the summer.

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Redick said the team and James are approaching “uncharted territory” when it comes to managing the superstar’s health.

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