celebrity
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About Our Definitions: All forms of a word (noun, verb, etc.) are now displayed on one page.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
See Examples of CELEBRITY
- The actress lived a life of celebrity.
- 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
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