1
as in star
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 fame
the fact or state of being known to the public
an actor who reportedly feels very uncomfortable with his celebrity
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EW.com, 7 Aug. 2025
Photographed heading out for dinner at celebrity favorite Sushi Park with former assistant Maguire Amundsen, Jenner opted for all-black and lots of leather.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 7 Aug. 2025
In 2015, Gawker published Epstein’s address book, which was full of names of celebrities and politicians.
—Kaitlyn Tiffany, The Atlantic, 7 Aug. 2025
Allen hosting Black celebrities like Diahann Carroll despite network skittishness.
—Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 7 Aug. 2025
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EW.com, 7 Aug. 2025
Photographed heading out for dinner at celebrity favorite Sushi Park with former assistant Maguire Amundsen, Jenner opted for all-black and lots of leather.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 7 Aug. 2025
In 2015, Gawker published Epstein’s address book, which was full of names of celebrities and politicians.
—Kaitlyn Tiffany, The Atlantic, 7 Aug. 2025
Allen hosting Black celebrities like Diahann Carroll despite network skittishness.
—Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 7 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for celebrity
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McDermott might have seen enough One of the biggest topics of conversation each preseason is how much the Bills intend to play star quarterback Josh Allen.—
Joe Buscaglia,
New York Times,
16 Aug. 2025
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Furthermore, the Houston Rockets’ increase from three national TV games last season to 28 this year after the acquisition of Kevin Durant shows the league’s commitment to propping up its 2010s stars.—
Lev Akabas,
Sportico.com,
16 Aug. 2025
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Talking about the Babe Ruth era players with my great-grandfather, who had been a business partner of Charles Ebbets of Brooklyn Dodgers fame.—
Paul Dickson,
Baltimore Sun,
12 Aug. 2025
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Since skyrocketing to fame in the 2000s, Kevin, Joe and Nick have had their love lives play out in the public eye, especially given that the two younger brothers have had several romances with fellow Disney Channel stars and singers.—
Jordana Comiter,
People.com,
11 Aug. 2025
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The movie features pervasive positivity, one really cool canine, a bright comic book aesthetic and a fresh superhero landscape filled with colorful personalities.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
20 Aug. 2025
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With a career spanning over a decade, Chiquis is a three-time Latin Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, TV personality and entrepreneur.—
Thania Garcia,
Variety,
19 Aug. 2025
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What a strange time in Cleveland — the man who faded out of notoriety a few years ago is an NFL starter again, for a team that will probably carry four QBs on its roster.—
Chris Branch,
New York Times,
19 Aug. 2025
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Hilton’s notoriety continued to flourish in some movie roles, modeling, advocacy projects, and various business ventures.—
Daniel Cote,
Robb Report,
4 Aug. 2025
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Download it now for the most binge-worthy celeb content, exclusive video clips, astrology updates and more!—
Gabrielle Rockson,
People.com,
9 Aug. 2025
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There's no doubt that '70s fashion has returned for summer 2025 and has influenced more than one celeb wardrobe.—
Luz García,
Glamour,
8 Aug. 2025
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The inaugural exhibition will foreground artists of global renown with strong ties to the region.—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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Gaining renown for decades as background vocalists for artists including Bob Dylan, Elvis, Isaac Hayes and Stevie Wonder, the sisters officially formed their own group a dozen years ago.—
Marcus K. Dowling,
The Tennessean,
2 July 2025
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“Celebrity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/celebrity. Accessed 22 Aug. 2025.
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