Superstar: meaning, definitions and examples

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superstar

[ ˈsuːpərstɑːr ]

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entertainment

A very famous and successful performer, especially a film or pop star.

Synonyms

celebrity, icon, legend, megastar

Examples of usage

She became a superstar overnight after her first movie.
The concert was sold out because the singer is a superstar.

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sports

An outstandingly successful athlete.

Synonyms

ace, champion, phenom, star player

Examples of usage

He is considered a superstar in the world of basketball.
The tennis player has risen to become a global superstar.

Translations

Translations of the word "superstar" in other languages:

🇵🇹 superstar

🇮🇳 सुपरस्टार

🇩🇪 Superstar

🇮🇩 superstar

🇺🇦 суперзірка

🇵🇱 supergwiazda

🇯🇵 スーパースター

🇫🇷 superstar

🇪🇸 superestrella

🇹🇷 süperstar

🇰🇷 슈퍼스타

🇸🇦 نجم كبير

🇨🇿 superstar

🇸🇰 superstar

🇨🇳 超级明星

🇸🇮 superzvezda

🇮🇸 ofurstjarna

🇰🇿 супержұлдыз

🇬🇪 სუპერვარსკვლავი

🇦🇿 superulduz

🇲🇽 superestrella

Word origin

The term 'superstar' originated in the entertainment industry in the 1920s, used to describe highly successful performers who achieved widespread fame. Over time, it has expanded to other fields like sports and business, referring to individuals who are exceptionally talented and renowned in their respective areas.

See also: megastar, star, stardom, stare, starlet, stars, starship, starve.