as in celebrity
a person who is widely known and usually much talked about
even a cast of megastars couldn't keep the would-be blockbuster from fizzling at the box office
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Recent Examples of megastar
The statue, depicting the two megastars in an iconic pose from the beloved Yash Raj Films 1995 romantic comedy – which follows two non-resident Indians and their romance across Europe and India – will mark the beginning of the film’s 30th anniversary celebrations.
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Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 9 Apr. 2025
At Least 24 Dead, 27,000 Forced To Evacuate As South Korea Battles ‘Worst Ever Wildfires’ (Photos)
Only Mariah Carey and Harry Styles Beat Lady Gaga
Gaga and Mars still trail two other megastars who’ve managed even longer stays at No. 1 on the Billboard Global 200.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 26 Mar. 2025
Colorado-Dallas used to be megastars versus mega-depth.
—Mark Lazerus, New York Times, 20 Apr. 2025
Based on qualitative and quantitative insights from 500 global creators—ranging from nano influencers to megastars—the report flips the traditional brand-first script.
—Ian Shepherd, Forbes.com, 3 Apr. 2025
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Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 9 Apr. 2025
At Least 24 Dead, 27,000 Forced To Evacuate As South Korea Battles ‘Worst Ever Wildfires’ (Photos)
Only Mariah Carey and Harry Styles Beat Lady Gaga
Gaga and Mars still trail two other megastars who’ve managed even longer stays at No. 1 on the Billboard Global 200.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 26 Mar. 2025
Colorado-Dallas used to be megastars versus mega-depth.
—Mark Lazerus, New York Times, 20 Apr. 2025
Based on qualitative and quantitative insights from 500 global creators—ranging from nano influencers to megastars—the report flips the traditional brand-first script.
—Ian Shepherd, Forbes.com, 3 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for megastar
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Both casinos will offer new Italian restaurants in partnership with Giada De Laurentiis, and food halls featuring the first suburban locations for Antique Taco and Pretty Cool Ice Cream, as well as Lucky Goat, a new burger restaurant by celebrity chef Stephanie Izard.—
Robert Channick,
Chicago Tribune,
28 May 2025
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The burger topping is prompting reaction from some celebrity chefs, including Andrew Zimmern, who recently shared his opinions with TMZ about Diddy's unusual preference.—
Peter Burke,
FOXNews.com,
28 May 2025
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Here's what stars, constellations are the best to spot in May Stargazing this May?—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
25 May 2025
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Myke Towers’ New Soccer Initiative Myke Towers’ Young Kingz Foundation and soccer star David Villa’s DV7 Academy officially kicked off their global partnership earlier this weekend.—
Griselda Flores,
Billboard,
24 May 2025
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In the second half, Pacers entertainment staff handed the microphone to former Indianapolis Colts punter and ESPN personality Pat McAfee, who introduced Knicks fans Spike Lee, Ben Stiller, and Timothée Chalamet – all of them in attendance in Indianapolis.—
Joe Vardon,
New York Times,
27 May 2025
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Location: De Beauvoir Town Hackney Warehouse Photo: Courtesy of Airbnb Position yourself in the heart of Hackney (between London Fields and Victoria Park) at this stylish apartment that’s full of personality and natural light.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
26 May 2025
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The Lakers will likely have a superstar to guide them for the better part of a decade.—
Ricardo Klein,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 May 2025
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While Clapton was already a superstar at the time and big things were expected, few could have predicted just how massive the title would become.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
21 May 2025
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“Megastar.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/megastar. Accessed 2 Jun. 2025.
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