stardom

noun

star·​dom ˈstär-dəm How to pronounce stardom (audio)
: the status or position of a star

Examples of stardom in a Sentence

an actress who has achieved movie stardom
Recent Examples on the Web Clearly, their love has stood the test of time, from teenage romance all the way to NFL stardom. Jenzia Burgos, StyleCaster, 13 July 2024 Film roles in The Happening and Hurry Sundown (opposite Michael Caine and Jane Fonda) followed in 1967. 02 of 25 'Bonnie and Clyde' Dunaway's third film, 1967's Bonnie and Clyde, catapulted her to stardom. John Russell, Peoplemag, 12 July 2024 Continue reading … 'DESPERATE' FOR SUCCESS - Felicity Huffman's TV return won't guarantee another round of stardom, expert says. Fox News, 11 July 2024 That stardom of course transcends international borders, as evidenced when Stefanik was greeted by Jewish Canadian citizens thanking her for her work. Ken Tran, USA TODAY, 8 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for stardom 

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Word History

First Known Use

1865, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of stardom was in 1865

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“Stardom.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stardom. Accessed 27 Jul. 2024.

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stardom

noun
star·​dom ˈstärd-əm How to pronounce stardom (audio)
: the status or position of a star
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