supermodel

[ soo-per-mod-l ]

noun

1. an extremely prominent and successful model who can command very high fees.

supermodel

/ ˈsuːpəˌmɒdəl /

noun

1. a very successful and well-known photographic or catwalk model

Word History and Origins

Origin of supermodel¹

First recorded in 1970–75

Example Sentences

The British '90s supermodel is known for her young start in the industry after she was scouted by a modeling agency at 15.

From Salon

His innovative creations were worn by Hollywood stars and supermodels and he became synonymous with blending India's rich cultural heritage with a contemporary flair.

From BBC

I had grown up studying supermodels like Cindy Crawford, Christy Turlington and Naomi Campbell, amazons with rivers of hair and powerful strides, but right around the time my body changed, so did our beauty ideals.

From Los Angeles Times

They had these blond haircuts, great tattoos, rail thin, just walking around looking like supermodels.

From Los Angeles Times

It references to Audrey Hepburn and British supermodel Twiggy, and the frenetic editing and jitterbug choreography make it a unique entry in her videography.

From BBC