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five-star

adjective

ˈfīv-ˈstär How to pronounce five-star (audio)
Definition of five-starnext
as in excellent
of the very best kind at those prices the restaurant's food should be nothing but five-star

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Recent Examples of five-star Other notable awards included recognition of emerging Taiwanese carrier STARLUX’s ascendancy to Skytrax’s five-star rating category. — Barry Neild, CNN Money, 18 Sep. 2026 Mission claims its best-selling gaiter (which has more than 21,700 five-star ratings at Amazon) even cools up to 30 degrees Fahrenheit below body temperature. — Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 17 Sep. 2026 The sweater has a perfect five-star rating, with reviewers praising the perfect fit and beautiful drape. — Kate Boswell, Southern Living, 16 Sep. 2026 So, five-star Arch must have had a measure of training before entering the mainstream. — Candace Buckner, New York Times, 16 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for five-star
Recent Examples of Synonyms for five-star
  1. excellent
  2. wonderful
  3. terrific
  4. superb
  5. lovely
  6. great
  7. beautiful
  8. fabulous
Adjective
  • An individual company can maintain excellent controls and favorable claims experience while still facing higher pricing because the market has deteriorated around it.
    — Randy Sadler, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2026
  • Food and drink The property’s on-site restaurant serves decent New American fare in a room that offers the same excellent views as the penthouses, or on the hotel’s delightful terrace during the warmer months.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Sep. 2026
Definition of excellent
Adjective
  • That there’s a wonderful wedge salad to brighten up the plate is just icing on the cake.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Sep. 2026
  • Ornamental grasses are a wonderful way to spruce up your lawn or add some softness and movement to your garden.
    — Martha Stewart, Martha Stewart, 15 Sep. 2026
Definition of wonderful
Adjective
  • Jordan Lawler pinch-ran but was caught stealing on a terrific throw by Marlins catcher Joe Mack.
    — Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 17 Sep. 2026
  • Scott tears into the Bard’s lines — his Hamlet is terrific — and the spotlight is more on his sense of humor than his pain.
    — Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of terrific
Adjective
  • His homemaker mother Leonor (a superb Maude Sandham) and his 17-year-old sister Ilse (Karoline Watson) complete the immaculate family portrait, but there’s unrest there too.
    — Guy Lodge, Variety, 19 Sep. 2026
  • Now, however, the boutique physical media label Fun City Editions has released a superb Blu-ray of the film, featuring both a gorgeous restoration and illuminating supplements.
    — Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of superb
Adjective
  • Food and drink Another lovely perk is your choice of breakfast from the à la carte menu at The Barn, the hotel’s more casual restaurant.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Sep. 2026
  • Sandy is very, very funny and smart, and Nic was just lovely.
    — Jessica M. Goldstein, Vulture, 11 Sep. 2026
Definition of lovely
Adjective
  • Indeed, as much as Chicago has looked to past mayors as larger-than-life figures, the city rarely has accomplished anything great without the active involvement of its business community.
    — The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 20 Sep. 2026
  • Evolution When asked about the greatest innovation of humans, people will often say language or fire.
    — Hannah Little, Scientific American, 20 Sep. 2026
Definition of great
Adjective
  • And this must have been one of the most stunningly beautiful places in all of the world.
    — Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 21 Sep. 2026
  • While vinyl siding can be beautiful, rust streaks and mold growth can ruin its appearance, making your entire home look drab and neglected.
    — The Spruce, The Spruce, 20 Sep. 2026
Definition of beautiful
Adjective
  • My father was a very eclectic and fabulous radio personality.
    — Mikael Wood, Los Angeles Times, 16 Sep. 2026
  • Red was another major player, from Mariska Hargitay’s fabulous red sequin Monse moment to Chase Infiniti in beaded red Louis Vuitton.
    — Alex Badia, Footwear News, 15 Sep. 2026
Definition of fabulous

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“Five-star.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/five-star. Accessed 22 Sep. 2026.

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