as in star
a person who is widely known and usually much talked about
a basketball superstar
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Recent Examples of superstar
At a time of widespread angst over runaway ticket prices, merely encountering something novel at a concert isn’t enough for many to justify the cost of getting in the door, particularly when superstars like Taylor Swift and SZA are on the road showing that innovation and value can coexist.
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Vanessa Franko, Los Angeles Times, 6 Apr. 2026
As evidenced by the trailer, the doc is set to offer a comprehensive examination of the blurry lines between superstar wrestler Hulk Hogan and the man who played and created him, Terry Bollea.
—Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 6 Apr. 2026
Notable attendees included My Chemical Romance bassist Mikey Way, musician Nash Overstreet, actor-producer Seth Green and WWE superstars Liv Morgan, Raquel Rodriguez and Bayley.
—Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 6 Apr. 2026
There is no magical food or supplement that can transform an average athlete into a superstar.
—Dr. Sarah Kinsella, Boston Herald, 5 Apr. 2026
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Vanessa Franko, Los Angeles Times, 6 Apr. 2026
As evidenced by the trailer, the doc is set to offer a comprehensive examination of the blurry lines between superstar wrestler Hulk Hogan and the man who played and created him, Terry Bollea.
—Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 6 Apr. 2026
Notable attendees included My Chemical Romance bassist Mikey Way, musician Nash Overstreet, actor-producer Seth Green and WWE superstars Liv Morgan, Raquel Rodriguez and Bayley.
—Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 6 Apr. 2026
There is no magical food or supplement that can transform an average athlete into a superstar.
—Dr. Sarah Kinsella, Boston Herald, 5 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for superstar
Noun
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Neighbors opposed to a soccer star’s plans for a six-plex in the Westside are appealing after a judge denied their request for a review.—
Chris Higgins,
Kansas City Star,
8 Apr. 2026
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Along with the people-watching at a hotel known for housing stars from Taylor Sheridan’s TV shows, the new menus make the patio the best place to dine on pretty days.—
Bud Kennedy,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Apr. 2026
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That celebrity influence and Pokémon’s global audience have ensured the franchise’s longevity and explosion of value, according to collectible experts.—
Vanessa Yurkevich,
CNN Money,
4 Apr. 2026
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Get your daily dose of entertainment news, celebrity updates, and what to watch with our EW Dispatch newsletter.—
Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
4 Apr. 2026
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Jayden is a sweet, funny, and bright young boy with a joyful and engaging personality.—
MARE Staff,
Boston Herald,
5 Apr. 2026
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Daisie, 14, full of laughter and positive energy, is a one-of-a-kind personality.—
The Star
April 4,
Kansas City Star,
4 Apr. 2026
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“Superstar.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/superstar. Accessed 9 Apr. 2026.
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