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

Derived Forms

• ˈsuperˌstardom, noun

Other Words From

• super·stardom noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of superstar¹

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

Example Sentences

She is worshiped like a superstar.

From Los Angeles Times

That means Hernández is wearing the singer's signature attire, using a mix of Spanglish and radiating the superstar’s coolness.

From Salon

The “Black AF” star praised the sonic superstar while asserting that his music — and all of his work — was “a channel for his love.”

From Los Angeles Times

When Beyoncé took the prize for best dance/electronic album at the Grammy Awards last year with “Renaissance,” the pop superstar became the winningest artist in the nearly seven-decade history of music’s most prestigious awards show.

From Los Angeles Times

As an undergraduate, he toured with rap superstar Snoop Dogg, a reflection of Washington’s immense musical talent and a harbinger of good things to come.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• acclaimed
• eminent
• illustrious
• important
• infamous
• known
• leading
• notable
• noted
• notorious
• outstanding
• popular
• prominent
• recognized
• renowned
• reputable