Synonyms of star

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noun

ˈstär 

1

as in galaxy

a ball-shaped gaseous celestial body that shines by its own light

it's difficult to see the stars at night in the middle of the city because of all the streetlights

Synonyms & Similar Words

• galaxy
• sun
• cluster
• luminary
• sphere
• supernova
• constellation
• nova
• pulsar
• supergiant
• variable
• dwarf
• quasar
• white dwarf
• lodestar
• neutron star
• red star
• binary star
• red giant
• subdwarf
• variable star
• fixed star
• giant star
• red dwarf
• gasser
• supercluster
• brown dwarf

2

as in principal

the person who has the most important role in a play, movie, or TV show

when the star of the school play came down with the flu on opening night, her understudy got to go on

Synonyms & Similar Words

• principal
• superstar
• headliner
• lead
• starlet
• leading man
• leading lady
• ingenue
• costar
• star turn
• coprincipal

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• extra
• supernumerary

3

as in celebrity

a person who is widely known and usually much talked about

the public's endless fascination with stars

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

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

star

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adjective

1

as in celestial

of or relating to the stars

star observations

Synonyms & Similar Words

• celestial
• stellar
• interstellar
• starry
• astral
• astronomical
• intergalactic
• heavenly
• astrophysical
• empyrean
• starlike
• astronautic
• star-spangled

2

as in outstanding

standing above others in rank, importance, or achievement

the teacher's star pupil

Synonyms & Similar Words

• outstanding
• distinguished
• prestigious
• famous
• illustrious
• notable
• eminent
• luminous
• noteworthy
• superior
• bright
• signal
• honored
• celebrated
• noble
• renowned
• astral
• infamous
• famed
• glorious
• preeminent
• redoubtable
• exalted
• dominant
• reputable
• notorious
• predominant
• paramount

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• minor
• average
• insignificant
• unimportant
• mediocre
• inferior
• obscure
• unsung
• uncelebrated

3

as in famous

widely known

looking for star actors to play the leads

Synonyms & Similar Words

• famous
• famed
• prominent
• celebrated
• renowned
• notorious
• distinguished
• legendary
• visible
• infamous
• big-name
• respected
• noted
• illustrious
• well-known
• outstanding
• notable
• leading
• respectable
• great
• prestigious
• fabled
• remarkable
• important
• popular
• honorable
• exceptional
• eminent
• favorite
• fabulous
• noteworthy
• superior
• significant
• recognized
• reputable
• preferred
• formidable
• acknowledged
• preeminent
• redoubtable
• estimable
• supereminent

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• unknown
• anonymous
• obscure
• nameless
• unsung
• insignificant
• unimportant
• inconspicuous
• unfamous
• uncelebrated
• undistinguished
• unexceptional
• unpopular

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of star

Noun

Bollywood stars — who typically appear in the shows, and model outfits that quickly sell out — skipped both the runways and front rows for the most part. — CNN Money, 30 July 2026

The Hudson Satchel from Quince is nearly identical to Lawrence’s—right down to the shape of the side buckles—but priced at under $200—which is far less expensive than the star’s likely designer style. — Kaitlin Gates, Travel + Leisure, 29 July 2026

Adjective

Ruaridh Aldington is joining Season 2 as a series regular, his new co-star Karim Diané revealed during the Star Trek extravaganza at San Diego Comic-Con on Saturday. — Katie Campione, Deadline, 25 July 2026

Holland made an appearance on the YouTube show alongside co-star Jon Bernthal. — Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 24 July 2026