Synonyms of megastar

megastar

noun

ˈme-gə-ˌstär 

as in celebrity

a person who is widely known and usually much talked about

even a cast of megastars couldn't keep the would-be blockbuster from fizzling at the box office

Synonyms & Similar Words

• celebrity
• star
• personality
• superstar
• celeb
• dignitary
• name
• hero
• somebody
• notable
• personage
• luminary
• icon
• notoriety
• VIP
• standout
• cause célèbre
• light
• notability
• figure
• heartthrob
• idol
• favorite
• worthy
• magnate
• mogul
• immortal
• demigod
• eminence
• monument
• baron
• pillar
• bigwig
• nabob
• kahuna
• panjandrum
• big shot

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• nobody
• has-been
• mediocrity
• lightweight
• noncelebrity

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of megastar

The Houston megastar’s contribution also arrives as a broad coalition of Latin artists, athletes and organizations mobilizes to support Chocó’s recovery. — Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 26 Aug. 2026

Participation among younger girls has surged in recent years — fueled by the visibility of megastars such as Simone Biles, Serena Williams and Caitlin Clark. — Lindsay Davenport, Chicago Tribune, 18 Aug. 2026

The music megastar would go on to purchase that exact dwelling at 21. — Joyce Chen, Architectural Digest, 4 Aug. 2026

Meanwhile, for Argentina, a win would cap a historic and dominant era that has included the 2022 World Cup title, two Copa América trophies and the 2022 Finalissima — all while the team has been led by the global megastar Lionel Messi. — Becky Sullivan, NPR, 19 July 2026