Synonyms for

Stella

Verb / ˈstelʌ / Another word for stella — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Stella is a Latin name that means 'star'.

Synonyms & similar words

frankstella stella frankphilipstella star sun planet asteroid meteor comet galaxy nebula constellation universe cosmos heavens firmament empyrean sphere orb

Synonyms by register

Formal

luminary celestial body heavenly body

Informal

star superstar celeb

Literary

beacon guiding light firmament

Antonyms

dimness obscurity gloom shadow darkness

Common collocations

  • shooting star
  • morning star
  • evening star
  • bright star
  • distant star
  • falling star
  • star light

Word family

noun star

Usage note

Stella is the Latin word for 'star'. While it can be used as a given name, it's less common as a direct synonym for 'star' in everyday English, often appearing in more poetic or scientific contexts.

Example sentences

  1. Stella is my favorite name for a girl.
  2. My shirt has little Stella patterns on it.
  3. The Stella in the sky is so bright tonight.
  4. I saw a shooting Stella last night.
  5. Stella is the closest planet to the sun.

Quotes

  • For every Stella in the sky, there is a counterpart in the soul.
  • We are all in the gutter, but some of us are looking at the Stella.
  • The Stella is a symbol of hope and guidance for all.

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