VIP
noun
plural VIPs
ˌvē-ˌī-ˈpēz 
: a person of great influence or prestige
especially
: a high official with special privileges
Examples of VIP in a Sentence
I was treated like a VIP at the reception.
the VIPs insisted on being seated in the restaurant's private dining room
Recent Examples on the Web
In a lower level of the VIP booth, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick are also seen in attendance.
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Kyla Guilfoil,
NBC news,
5 July 2026
The hitmaker, who was watching from the VIP box, blew the tight end a kiss in return.
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Alicia Brunker,
InStyle,
3 July 2026
Kate wasn’t the only royal in attendance this year, as Lady Amelia Spencer and Lady Eliza Spencer were seen stopping for photographs with fellow attendees at the championships outside Evian’s Mountain of Youth VIP Suite.
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Janine Henni,
PEOPLE,
2 July 2026
Harry's spokesman said Monday that an assessment by the Royal and VIP Executive Committee, or Ravec, which determines security provisions for senior royals and other public figures had not yet taken place.
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Jennifer Hassan,
USA Today,
29 June 2026
Attendance is free, but parking is available in VIP, preferred and value parking lots for a fee.
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Melinda Moore,
Chicago Tribune,
26 June 2026
Our team ensures that every detail is handled seamlessly—from luxury accommodations and private yachts to VIP airport services, telehealth access, and discreet security solutions for those who require the highest level of privacy and convenience.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 June 2026
Emanuel and White served as VIP shepherds at times, bringing dignitaries over to talk to Trump when the action was quiet in the octagon, and commercials were rolling for viewers on TV.
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Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
15 June 2026
According to the event’s ticketing information, fans will have multiple options, including General Admission, GA+, VIP and Platinum packages.
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Spin Staff,
SPIN,
11 June 2026
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Kyla Guilfoil,
NBC news,
5 July 2026
The hitmaker, who was watching from the VIP box, blew the tight end a kiss in return.
—
Alicia Brunker,
InStyle,
3 July 2026
Kate wasn’t the only royal in attendance this year, as Lady Amelia Spencer and Lady Eliza Spencer were seen stopping for photographs with fellow attendees at the championships outside Evian’s Mountain of Youth VIP Suite.
—
Janine Henni,
PEOPLE,
2 July 2026
Harry's spokesman said Monday that an assessment by the Royal and VIP Executive Committee, or Ravec, which determines security provisions for senior royals and other public figures had not yet taken place.
—
Jennifer Hassan,
USA Today,
29 June 2026
Attendance is free, but parking is available in VIP, preferred and value parking lots for a fee.
—
Melinda Moore,
Chicago Tribune,
26 June 2026
Our team ensures that every detail is handled seamlessly—from luxury accommodations and private yachts to VIP airport services, telehealth access, and discreet security solutions for those who require the highest level of privacy and convenience.
—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 June 2026
Emanuel and White served as VIP shepherds at times, bringing dignitaries over to talk to Trump when the action was quiet in the octagon, and commercials were rolling for viewers on TV.
—
Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
15 June 2026
According to the event’s ticketing information, fans will have multiple options, including General Admission, GA+, VIP and Platinum packages.
—
Spin Staff,
SPIN,
11 June 2026
Cite this Entry
“VIP.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/VIP. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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Etymology
from very important person
Medical Definition
VIP
abbreviation
vasoactive intestinal peptide; vasoactive intestinal polypeptide
Although hypokalemia and acidosis are classically associated with secretion of vasoactive intestinal polypeptide (VIP) by a neuroendocrine tumor, electrolyte abnormalities occur in other forms of chronic diarrhea.—Roger Kapoor et al., The New England Journal of Medicine
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