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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
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as in fames
the fact or state of being known to the public
an actor who reportedly feels very uncomfortable with his celebrity
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Recent Examples of celebrities
The basics brand is known for their chic pointelle and is co-signed by Hailey Bieber, among other celebrities.
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Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 10 Jan. 2026
One of the world's biggest globe-hopping celebrities has moved to Atlanta, and CBS News Atlanta has a sneak peek at his arrival.
—Brian Unger, CBS News, 9 Jan. 2026
The Traitors season 4 Ready for more shocking betrayals, treacherous twists and cold-blooded murder — but with your favorite reality TV stars and celebrities?
—Rebecca Aizin, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
Other celebrities weighed in on the mom drama Christy Carlson Romano, who also appeared in numerous Disney shows, weighed in on the celebrity mom group drama.
—Lauryn Overhultz, FOXNews.com, 9 Jan. 2026
As an attorney at Blank Rome, Combs represents high-net-worth individuals and celebrities like model Emily Ratajkowski and hairstylist Chris Appleton.
—Gili Malinsky, CNBC, 6 Nov. 2025
Other artists and celebrities participating in the ceremony — whose roles have not yet been revealed — include Bryan Adams, En Vogue, Feist, Flea, Iggy Pop, Questlove, Nathaniel Rateliff, Tedeschi Trucks Band, Mick Fleetwood, Lisa Coleman, the Go-Go’s Gina Schock, and Joe Perry.
—Daniel Kreps, Rolling Stone, 6 Nov. 2025
Today, exclusive resorts and splashy New Year’s celebrations often frame the island as a playground for Brazilian celebrities.
—Carla Vianna, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2025
Not to mention her House continues to be a hot spot for local and national celebrities.
—Mackenzie Cummings-Grady, Billboard, 5 Nov. 2025
Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 10 Jan. 2026
One of the world's biggest globe-hopping celebrities has moved to Atlanta, and CBS News Atlanta has a sneak peek at his arrival.
—Brian Unger, CBS News, 9 Jan. 2026
The Traitors season 4 Ready for more shocking betrayals, treacherous twists and cold-blooded murder — but with your favorite reality TV stars and celebrities?
—Rebecca Aizin, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
Other celebrities weighed in on the mom drama Christy Carlson Romano, who also appeared in numerous Disney shows, weighed in on the celebrity mom group drama.
—Lauryn Overhultz, FOXNews.com, 9 Jan. 2026
As an attorney at Blank Rome, Combs represents high-net-worth individuals and celebrities like model Emily Ratajkowski and hairstylist Chris Appleton.
—Gili Malinsky, CNBC, 6 Nov. 2025
Other artists and celebrities participating in the ceremony — whose roles have not yet been revealed — include Bryan Adams, En Vogue, Feist, Flea, Iggy Pop, Questlove, Nathaniel Rateliff, Tedeschi Trucks Band, Mick Fleetwood, Lisa Coleman, the Go-Go’s Gina Schock, and Joe Perry.
—Daniel Kreps, Rolling Stone, 6 Nov. 2025
Today, exclusive resorts and splashy New Year’s celebrations often frame the island as a playground for Brazilian celebrities.
—Carla Vianna, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2025
Not to mention her House continues to be a hot spot for local and national celebrities.
—Mackenzie Cummings-Grady, Billboard, 5 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for celebrities
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But please know that those stars are given tenderly.—
Lily Osler,
Vulture,
10 Nov. 2025
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But the very nature of the connection between stars and their audience is now evolving, according to the IMDb report.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
9 Nov. 2025
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Suddenly, sparks and fames violently erupted, scorching nearby seats and sending smoke billowing.—
Aaron Cooper,
CNN Money,
23 Aug. 2025
Noun
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In 2020, Lawrence celebrated her 30th birthday and received a sweet message from Kris Jenner, the matriarch of the media personalities.—
Christina Dugan Ramirez,
FOXNews.com,
9 Nov. 2025
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Back when Lyft announced Women Connect, other alt-right personalities, including influencer Tomi Lahren, blasted the program.—
Rebecca Schneid,
Time,
8 Nov. 2025
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Western counterparts often acknowledge them privately, even as public backlash from some European institutions and media figures ensued against Rubio’s candor.—
Daniel Ross Goodman,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Jan. 2026
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The Mean Green’s best football season ever wasn’t even over before the major figures from that team left, or announced their intentions to bounce ASAP; when the season did end, moments after UNT defeated San Diego State to win the New Mexico Bowl, is when the great Denton flood began.—
Mac Engel
January 9,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Not to call myself a trendsetter or anything, but so many celebs are rocking similar jeans lately.—
Jamie Allison Sanders,
PEOPLE,
18 Dec. 2025
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Recently, celebs have been favoring thin-heeled, ankle-hugging stilettos from labels such as Christian Louboutin, Jimmy Choo, and Gianvito Rossi, or newer brands like Amina Muaddi or Femme LA.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
30 Sep. 2025
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Many of those campuses have tried for years to shed reputations of elitism, with only gradual changes in enrollment.—
Collin Binkley,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Jan. 2026
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Deepfakes have destroyed reputations overnight.—
Bob Morgan,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Jan. 2026
Noun
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At the dedication ceremony, family, friends, dignitaries and residents gathered to honor Saul’s generosity.—
Norman B. Gildin,
Sun Sentinel,
6 Jan. 2026
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Michael Irvin and Ray Lewis have been the most visible Canes dignitaries patrolling the sideline this Playoff.—
David Ubben,
New York Times,
6 Jan. 2026
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And there’s even 10 names after that that are in a sub bracket.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
7 Jan. 2026
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Webb has been one of the hottest young names in the business ever since the start of the 2025 season, and now will receive his first official audition with an AFC West rival.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
7 Jan. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Celebrities.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/celebrities. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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