VIP Synonyms: 44 Similar and Opposite Words

VIP

noun

ˌvē-ˌī-ˈpē

Definition of VIP

as in celebrity

a person who is widely known and usually much talked about the VIPs insisted on being seated in the restaurant's private dining room

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Recent Examples of VIP Harry's spokesman said Monday that an assessment by the Royal and VIP Executive Committee, or Ravec, which determines security provisions for senior royals and other public figures had not yet taken place. — Jennifer Hassan, USA Today, 29 June 2026 Attendance is free, but parking is available in VIP, preferred and value parking lots for a fee. — Melinda Moore, Chicago Tribune, 26 June 2026 Our team ensures that every detail is handled seamlessly—from luxury accommodations and private yachts to VIP airport services, telehealth access, and discreet security solutions for those who require the highest level of privacy and convenience. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 June 2026 Emanuel and White served as VIP shepherds at times, bringing dignitaries over to talk to Trump when the action was quiet in the octagon, and commercials were rolling for viewers on TV. — Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 15 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for VIP

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Noun

During his tenure, Rousteing spearheaded the creation of the ‘Balmain Army’, a diverse and influential community of models, influencers, and celebrities that included figures such as the Kardashians.

— Laure Guilbault, Vogue, 14 July 2026
The event is operating at a scale on par with the Super Bowl or Olympics, with multiple performances and celebrity cameos.

— Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 14 July 2026

Definition of celebrity

Noun

At halftime on the field of play at the New York New Jersey Stadium, megawatt stars including Madonna, Shakira, BTS, Burna Boy, and Justin Bieber will take to the stage, co-signing a handful of designers.

— Joe Bobowicz, Vogue, 16 July 2026
Fans suspected something was off when star and producer Blake Lively and costar-director Justin Baldoni abstained from doing joint press — or even being photographed together — during the film's promotional tour.

— Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 15 July 2026

Definition of star

Noun

Fortunately, today's kitchen rugs are designed to handle real-life messes while bringing plenty of personality underfoot.

— Vy Yang, Architectural Digest, 9 July 2026
Looks like the two very different personalities will have to share their grandfather’s cottage for the time being.

— Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 9 July 2026

Definition of personality

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