celebrity (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /səˈleb.rə.t̬i/
Definition
A famous person, especially one who is known for being famous.
Examples
The pop star is a huge celebrity in Japan.
She became a celebrity after winning the reality TV show.
He enjoys the perks of being a celebrity, like free flights and exclusive parties.
How to Use celebrity
- celebrity status (collocation)
- The condition of being famous and widely recognized. — "Winning the award gave her instant celebrity status."
- a-list celebrity (collocation)
- A celebrity who is among the most famous and successful in their field. — "The movie premiere was attended by many a-list celebrities."
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