star-studded

adjective

star-stud·​ded ˈstär-ˌstə-dəd How to pronounce star-studded (audio)
: abounding in or covered with stars
gazed up at the star-studded sky
a star-studded cast
a star-studded hat
: having many famous actors, athletes, etc.
a star-studded cast

Examples of star-studded in a Sentence

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Last year’s game was star-studded for Royals fans. Kansas City Star, 31 May 2026 As with Letterman’s final show, Colbert’s final show was star-studded, with appearances by the likes of Bryan Cranston, Paul Rudd and Tim Meadows, and a closing performance led by Paul McCartney. Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 22 May 2026 The audience was also star-studded with Hilton's pals Kim Kardashian and Lindsay Lohan in attendance. Rachel McRady, PEOPLE, 18 May 2026 The gala, which was underway Monday afternoon, is organized by Vogue magazine and has long been considered to be the ritziest and most star-studded display of extravagant, cutting-edge fashion in the social calendar. Martha Ross, Mercury News, 4 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for star-studded

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1656, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of star-studded was circa 1656

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“Star-studded.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/star-studded. Accessed 10 Jun. 2026.

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