Synonyms of celebrities

celebrities

noun

plural of celebrity

1

as in stars

a person who is widely known and usually much talked about

celebrities from sports and entertainment attended the opening ceremonies of the Olympic Games

Synonyms & Similar Words

• stars
• personalities
• figures
• celebs
• dignitaries
• superstars
• notables
• VIPs
• heroes
• luminaries
• personages
• names
• notabilities
• megastars
• icons
• lights
• standouts
• idols
• somebodies
• causes célèbres
• favorites
• notorieties
• magnates
• worthies
• immortals
• heartthrobs
• eminences
• monuments
• bigwigs
• moguls
• barons
• demigods
• pillars
• nabobs
• big shots
• kahunas
• panjandrums

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• nobodies
• mediocrities
• lightweights
• noncelebrities
• has-beens

2

as in fames

the fact or state of being known to the public

an actor who reportedly feels very uncomfortable with his celebrity

Synonyms & Similar Words

• fames
• renowns
• notorieties
• reputations
• popularities
• names
• characters
• reputes
• reputabilities
• honors
• statures
• praises
• statuses
• ranks
• distinctions
• infamies
• reports
• positions
• cachets
• recognitions
• eminences
• accolades
• prestiges
• acclaim
• places
• prominences
• adorations
• homages
• preeminences
• laurels
• glories
• visibilities
• standings
• acknowledgments
• kudos
• idolizations
• stardoms
• superstardoms
• marks
• megastardoms
• notes

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• obscurities
• ignominies
• shames
• disgraces
• odiums
• opprobriums
• anonymities
• dishonors
• unpopularity
• oblivions
• invisibilities
• disreputes

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of celebrities

In addition to his glitzy looks for celebrities and public figures of all realms, Mackie also tried his hand at retail in the ‘80s, launching lines of lingerie, fine jewelry and fragrances. — Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 14 Sep. 2026

There was a bevy of, perhaps, bigger celebrities in attendance - Brunson was seated next to Ben Stiller, for instance. — Hannah Keyser, CNN Money, 14 Sep. 2026

The business, which used tech to match celebrities with brands for marketing, saw its core offer disappear overnight. — Quentin Bordage, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2026

As soon as the finale was over, celebrities were quickly escorted out of the venue. — Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 13 Sep. 2026

And for all the complaints that Hollywood has basically abandoned film festivals, there was no shortage of celebrities to elicit big reactions from crowds. — Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 11 Sep. 2026

Before, the city seemed to have been run by bankers and media professionals and fashion people and celebrities, but now Manhattan had been turned over to men in urban-warfare attire, with brawny forearms and high-and-tight haircuts. — Devin Friedman, Rolling Stone, 11 Sep. 2026

Everything about this beating felt like a Hollywood Red Carpet event, with congressional leaders and celebrities lining the sidelines. — Trey Wallace Outkick, FOXNews.com, 6 Sep. 2026

The pregame sidelines were packed five-people deep with celebrities (Livvy Dunne), NFL alumni (Justin Jefferson), recruits, other dignitaries and media members. — Seth Emerson, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2026