A star

Distant burning sun

A star is a celebrity or outstanding performer—someone who shines above others in their field.

The term comes from the celestial bodies whose brightness stands out against the night sky.

In entertainment, a star carries a film or show: She's the star of the new series.

In sports and business, stars are top performers: a rising star in the company.

To star is to play the lead role: He starred in three blockbusters.

Related
  • skyVisible overhead expanse
  • lightVisible electromagnetic radiation
  • celebrityWidely recognized public figure
  • shineEmit or reflect light
  • luminosityIntrinsic brightness of source

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Categories
Opposites
celestial body type

A starspace dust

Microscopic matter in vacuum

cosmic debris

luminosity/visibility

A stardark matter

Lightless cosmic mass

empty space · dark nebula

cosmic significance/prominence

A starcosmic dust

Microscopic particles pervading space

space debris · interstellar dust

Family

star, stars, starred, starring, starry, stardom, starlet, starlight, starlit

Familiarity
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Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G