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 After booking your reservation, an on-site concierge will reach out to coordinate classes, excursions, and even expedited VIP airport service. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Sep. 2026 Yes, tickets for one day, two days or a pass for all three days of Riot Fest are still available to purchase, as are parking passes and upgrades to VIP, Deluxe and Deluxe+ tiers. — Sara Tenenbaum, CBS News, 18 Sep. 2026 Taylor Swift was joined by actor Tom Cruise in the VIP box at the first Kansas City Chiefs game of the season on September 14. — Meg Walters, InStyle, 18 Sep. 2026 That philosophy is central to Dialed Health’s presence at The Fit Expo Anaheim, where the company is a major sponsor of the event and holds the Presenting Sponsor title for the VIP X-Lounge, one of its largest activations to date. — Karen Koehler, Miami Herald, 17 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for VIP

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Noun

His work with Leonard eventually led him to work for British Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, and several of Leonard’s celebrity clients, including Twiggy, Jackie Onassis and Mick Jagger, per The Times.

— Charna Flam, PEOPLE, 4 Nov. 2026
There are 92 handheld options in total, some named after politicians and celebrities, like the Jackie Chan—bulgogi, cilantro, avocado, lettuce, jalapeños, and onions, served on a roll or hero.

— Arati Menon, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Nov. 2026

Definition of celebrity

Noun

Antetokounmpo’s Heat co-star Bam Adebayo scored just four points in Monday’s half before going on to finish with 16 points on 5-of-10 shooting from the field and 1-of-2 shooting on threes, nine rebounds and four assists.

— Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 3 Nov. 2026
The basketball expert also worked on two books with NBA star Charles Barkley.

— Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of star

Noun

In some cases, the contenders have made statements many Jews perceive as antisemitic or who have alliances with personalities known for statements widely viewed as antisemitic.

— Tovah Lazaroff, Sun Sentinel, 3 Nov. 2026
In many ways, the joy of playing Mary is that different actors bring different aspects and personality nuances to the role.

— Jenelle Riley, Los Angeles Times, 3 Nov. 2026

Definition of personality

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