rising star

noun

: a person or thing that is growing quickly in popularity or importance in a particular field

a rising star in politics

Examples of rising star in a Sentence

a politician who is a rising star in the Republican Party

Recent Examples on the Web

Accolades and chart positions aside, the rising star is trying to enjoy the breakneck ride. — Jeff Nelson, PEOPLE, 22 July 2026

On the country side alone, Waylon Jennings, Loretta Lynn, Conway Twitty, and Willie Nelson all played there; along with Canadian rising star Josh Ross. — Karen Bliss, Rolling Stone, 18 July 2026

Adcock has become one of the fastest rising stars in the country music genre due to his blend of party vibes and outlaw style. — David Hookstead Outkick, FOXNews.com, 17 July 2026

The former three-time major winner has been all but forgotten by his former peers in the PGA, in part because his son is now a rising star who’s won a couple of tournaments. — Ben Travers, IndieWire, 16 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1767, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for rising star

• abattoir
• alcazar
• autocar
• avatar
• belshazzar
• caviar
• caviare
• cinnabar
• commissar
• condylar
• deodar
• handlebar