: of first class or quality
a five-star hotel

Examples of five-star in a Sentence

at those prices the restaurant's food should be nothing but five-star
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That’s how many five-star ratings these Baleaf leggings have amassed over the two years they’ve been listed on Amazon. Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 28 Oct. 2025 Cotton sweaters in navy and ivory, like this V-neck option from Amazon with more than 2,700 five-star ratings. Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 28 Oct. 2025 This five-star resort is home to the largest spa in the Middle East and offers direct access to the Dead Sea. Essence, 28 Oct. 2025 The amenities are myriad, including a five-star spa, multiple dining options, and a ski valet service, naturally. Charles Curkin, Vogue, 27 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for five-star

Word History

First Known Use

1913, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of five-star was in 1913

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“Five-star.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/five-star. Accessed 4 Nov. 2025.

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