star

star

adjective

Definition of STAR

1

of or relating to the stars <star observations>

Synonyms astral, star, starry

Related Words celestial, empyrean, heavenly; intergalactic, interstellar; astronomical (also astronomic), astrophysical; astronautic (or astronautical); starlike, star-spangled

2

standing above others in rank, importance, or achievement <the teacher's star pupil>

Synonyms astral, bright, distinguished, illustrious, luminous, noble, notable, noteworthy, outstanding, preeminent, prestigious, redoubtable, signal, star, superior

Related Words celebrated, exalted, famed, famous, glorious, honored, renowned, reputable; infamous, notorious; dominant, paramount, predominant

Near Antonyms insignificant, minor, unimportant; average, inferior, mediocre; obscure, uncelebrated, unsung

3

widely known <looking for star actors to play the leads>

Synonyms big-name, celebrated, famed, noted, notorious, prominent, renowned, star, visible, well-known

Related Words fabled, fabulous, legendary; infamous; distinguished, eminent, exceptional, great, illustrious, leading, notable, noteworthy, outstanding, preeminent, prestigious, remarkable, supereminent, superior; important, significant; acknowledged, recognized, respected; favorite, popular, preferred; estimable, honorable, reputable, respectable; formidable, redoubtable

Near Antonyms insignificant, unimportant; inconspicuous; undistinguished, unexceptional; unpopular

Antonyms anonymous, nameless, obscure, uncelebrated, unfamous, unknown, unsung