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Celebrity
Definition
A famous person, especially in entertainment or sports.
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Common collocations
- celebrity status
- media celebrity
- film celebrity
- sports celebrity
- local celebrity
- international celebrity
- celebrity endorsement
Word family
noun celebrity
adjective celebrated
Usage note
While 'celebrity' often refers to fame in entertainment or sports, it can also apply to any person of widespread recognition. It generally carries a positive or neutral connotation.
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Example sentences
- The celebrity was surrounded by fans at the airport.
- She became a celebrity after winning the singing competition.
- The celebrity's new movie is coming out next month.
- The celebrity donated a lot of money to charity.
- The celebrity's fans were disappointed when she cancelled her concert.
Quotes
I think there's a difference between a celebrity and an actor. I consider myself an actor. - Michael Caine
Celebrity is the chastisement of merit and the punishment of talent. - Emily Dickinson
Celebrity is a mask that eats into the face. - John Updike
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