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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Recent Examples of celebrity
In print, there are articles focusing on everything from support groups to celebrities' stories, and even advice on how to navigate grief with laughter.
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Edie Kasten, CBS News, 9 May 2026
In an era of celebrity CEOs, there is something almost countercultural about that approach.
—Paul Hardart, Fortune, 9 May 2026
Many celebrities beyond the Devil Wears Prada 2 cast have given their approval, including Katie Holmes, Emily Ratajkowski, Gigi Hadid, Jessica Alba, and Irina Shayk.
—Mayte Salido, Glamour, 9 May 2026
Designers take the assignment seriously, crafting one-of-a-kind looks for their celebrity muses to don on the red carpet.
—Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 2 May 2026
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Edie Kasten, CBS News, 9 May 2026
In an era of celebrity CEOs, there is something almost countercultural about that approach.
—Paul Hardart, Fortune, 9 May 2026
Many celebrities beyond the Devil Wears Prada 2 cast have given their approval, including Katie Holmes, Emily Ratajkowski, Gigi Hadid, Jessica Alba, and Irina Shayk.
—Mayte Salido, Glamour, 9 May 2026
Designers take the assignment seriously, crafting one-of-a-kind looks for their celebrity muses to don on the red carpet.
—Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 2 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for celebrity
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But what exactly happens to these baby stars next isn't always clear (literally) because they are buried deep within clouds of dark, dusty gas that obscure them.—
Keith Cooper,
Space.com,
28 Apr. 2026
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Sudeikis stars and executive produces alongside Brendan Hunt, Joe Kelly, Jane Becker, Jamie Lee, and Bill Wrubel.—
Brian Welk,
IndieWire,
28 Apr. 2026
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Co-produced by visionary Spanish helmer El Guincho (of Rosalía and FKA Twigs fame) TURR4ZO is darkly hued and cinematic, infused by dozens of brilliant samples that pay tribute to the richness of Argentina’s music culture.—
Ernesto Lechner,
Rolling Stone,
9 May 2026
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Spencer Pratt and Heidi Montag are back in the spotlight almost two decades after rising to reality TV fame as their Hollywood journey has taken an unexpected turn into Los Angeles politics.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
9 May 2026
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Small accents like bird baths and statues bring charm and personality.—
Sarah Lyon,
The Spruce,
9 May 2026
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Gibson’s wigs may change along the way, but his considerable capabilities at conveying a range of personalities stay the course.—
Christopher Smith,
Oc Register,
9 May 2026
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The entertainer gained notoriety on social media in the late 2010s for his sketches mocking niche everyday scenarios.—
Taylor Ardrey,
USA Today,
1 May 2026
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But their online notoriety is also putting their 20-year relationship out in the open for anyone to judge in the comments.—
Carlos De Loera,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2026
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On the one hand, Willem Dafoe seems like an unlikely choice for a celeb-booze collab.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
3 May 2026
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Hathaway’s turn is unlike anything else she’s ever done, stripped of her usual performance style while playing a siloed Über-celeb lacking the communication tools of a normal person.—
Chris Feil,
Vulture,
1 May 2026
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Now in the mid-2020s, the pop remix album is not a stopgap or trinket but a steppingstone to wider renown.—
Craig Jenkins,
Vulture,
4 May 2026
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Jump Source bring this combination of club-music renown and their pop sensibilities to Fold.—
Reid BG,
Pitchfork,
28 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Celebrity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/celebrity. Accessed 10 May. 2026.
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