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
Officers rushed on board the plane after the pilot was ordered to return from the runway to the VIP Terminal at Bali's Denpasar airport on Saturday.
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CBS News, 11 June 2026
According to the event’s ticketing information, fans will have multiple options, including General Admission, GA+, VIP and Platinum packages.
—Spin Staff, SPIN, 11 June 2026
He was then escorted by police officers to the airport’s VIP terminal, where he was welcomed by Somalia’s Minister of Youth and Sports, officials from the Somalia Football Federation and other dignitaries and spoke to press.
—ABC News, 10 June 2026
Usher is seriously stylish at Baccarat and Dewar's Scotch Whisky celebratio of the 79th Annual Tony Awards with VIP Speakeasy on June 7 in New York City.
—Brendan Le, PEOPLE, 10 June 2026
General admission passes start at $395, VIP passes start at $705, and Super VIP passes start at $1,750, all inclusive of fees.
—Holly Alvarado, Daily News, 8 June 2026
The fundraiser for the Compass Community Center, which serves Palm Beach County, will include dancing, live entertainment, immersive speakeasy-style performances, a silent auction, VIP Awards, cocktail reception, light bites and more.
—Rod Stafford Hagwood, Sun Sentinel, 5 June 2026
Fill out this form by June 15 for your chance to win everything from VIP box seats to tickets to matches with Maya VIP passes.
—Ramsey Qubein, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Other accommodations include two VIP cabins and four guest cabins on the main deck, each with its own design scheme.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 27 May 2026
CBS News, 11 June 2026
According to the event’s ticketing information, fans will have multiple options, including General Admission, GA+, VIP and Platinum packages.
—Spin Staff, SPIN, 11 June 2026
He was then escorted by police officers to the airport’s VIP terminal, where he was welcomed by Somalia’s Minister of Youth and Sports, officials from the Somalia Football Federation and other dignitaries and spoke to press.
—ABC News, 10 June 2026
Usher is seriously stylish at Baccarat and Dewar's Scotch Whisky celebratio of the 79th Annual Tony Awards with VIP Speakeasy on June 7 in New York City.
—Brendan Le, PEOPLE, 10 June 2026
General admission passes start at $395, VIP passes start at $705, and Super VIP passes start at $1,750, all inclusive of fees.
—Holly Alvarado, Daily News, 8 June 2026
The fundraiser for the Compass Community Center, which serves Palm Beach County, will include dancing, live entertainment, immersive speakeasy-style performances, a silent auction, VIP Awards, cocktail reception, light bites and more.
—Rod Stafford Hagwood, Sun Sentinel, 5 June 2026
Fill out this form by June 15 for your chance to win everything from VIP box seats to tickets to matches with Maya VIP passes.
—Ramsey Qubein, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Other accommodations include two VIP cabins and four guest cabins on the main deck, each with its own design scheme.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 27 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for VIP
Noun
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The event will feature celebrity scoopers and the Moose Tracks mascot.—
Susan Selasky,
Freep.com,
24 July 2025
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Western celebrities are increasingly embracing Indian designers, too.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
24 July 2025
Noun
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There was legitimate buzz — much of it centered on 22-year-old San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama, who appears destined to become the next face of the league when LeBron James and Stephen Curry retire.—
Nick Friedell,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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The teenager is a team assistant and volunteer with big dreams of one day becoming a soccer star.—
Ryan Hughes,
CBS News,
17 June 2026
Noun
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The bot mimicked her voice and likeness, but it was programmed with a personality unlike Alfonsi's.—
Brit McCandless Farmer,
CBS News,
8 Dec. 2025
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Her leopard-print sneakers that instantly add a pop of color and personality.—
Jeaneen Russell,
PEOPLE,
8 Dec. 2025
Cite this Entry
“VIP.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/VIP. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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