celebrity

ce·leb·ri·ty

noun \sə-ˈle-brə-tē\

plural ce·leb·ri·ties

Definition of CELEBRITY

1

: the state of being celebrated : fame

2

: a famous or celebrated person

Examples of CELEBRITY

1. The actress lived a life of celebrity.
2. There were many celebrities at the party.

First Known Use of CELEBRITY

14th century

Related to CELEBRITY

Synonyms: big name, cause célèbre (also cause celebre), celeb, figure, icon (also ikon), light, luminary, megastar, name, notability, notable, notoriety, personage, personality, somebody, standout, star, superstar, VIP

Antonyms: nobody, noncelebrity

Related Words: favorite, heartthrob, hero, idol; demigod, dignitary, eminence, immortal, monument, pillar, worthy; baron, big shot, bigwig, kahuna, magnate, mogul, nabob, panjandrum

Near Antonyms: lightweight, mediocrity; has-been

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