as in celebrities
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 megastars
She’s opened on the road for comedy megastars like Ramy Youssef, Mo Amer, and Gad Elmaleh and has parlayed her online following into headlining shows internationally.
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Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 15 Sep. 2025
The megastars of pop and hip-hop weren’t the only ones to release new music this week.
—Anna Chan, Billboard, 12 Sep. 2025
Meanwhile, Too Hot To Handle arguably birthed the genre’s first megastars.
—Amanda Marcovitch, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2025
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.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 9 Apr. 2025
Others arrive for business conferences and live events, from the annual Formula One night race to concerts by megastars like Taylor Swift and Coldplay.
—Kevin Lim, CNBC, 17 Mar. 2025
The night was a big enough event that there were megastars of many eras wherever the cameras turned onto the studio audience.
—Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 17 Feb. 2025
Despite the fact that these megastars are, on the surface, unpaid volunteers, the gig usually yields a massive windfall thanks to the enormous audience that tunes in for the big game.
—Jordan Runtagh, People.com, 9 Feb. 2025
At the upper end of the spectrum are movies featuring megastars who have global appeal.
—Caroline Reid, Forbes, 25 Jan. 2025
Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 15 Sep. 2025
The megastars of pop and hip-hop weren’t the only ones to release new music this week.
—Anna Chan, Billboard, 12 Sep. 2025
Meanwhile, Too Hot To Handle arguably birthed the genre’s first megastars.
—Amanda Marcovitch, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2025
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.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 9 Apr. 2025
Others arrive for business conferences and live events, from the annual Formula One night race to concerts by megastars like Taylor Swift and Coldplay.
—Kevin Lim, CNBC, 17 Mar. 2025
The night was a big enough event that there were megastars of many eras wherever the cameras turned onto the studio audience.
—Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 17 Feb. 2025
Despite the fact that these megastars are, on the surface, unpaid volunteers, the gig usually yields a massive windfall thanks to the enormous audience that tunes in for the big game.
—Jordan Runtagh, People.com, 9 Feb. 2025
At the upper end of the spectrum are movies featuring megastars who have global appeal.
—Caroline Reid, Forbes, 25 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for megastars
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While there has long been a stereotype that Hollywood is all liberal, plenty of conservative celebrities also routinely make their political opinions known.—
Kelly Lawler,
USA Today,
18 Sep. 2025
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The agency, which represents celebrities including Rihanna, Reese Witherspoon and Pharrell Williams, is known for pioneering the integration between brand communications and talent management.—
Joelle Diderich,
Footwear News,
18 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Take a look at all the stars out and about this week.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
15 Sep. 2025
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This week's quiz highlights burger bites, sporty stars — and a lot more.—
Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
14 Sep. 2025
Noun
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There are plenty of opportunities for method dressing or showing off their personalities.—
Glamour,
Glamour,
14 Sep. 2025
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While most of us seek connection, high-conflict personalities often approach relationships as opportunities to win or control others.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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Hosted by drag superstars Dusty Ray Bottoms and May O’Nays, this cabaret-meets-musical-theatre spectacular brings together local legends, touring talent, and rising youth performers for an unforgettable staging of sequins, show tunes, and slaying.—
Kirby Adams,
Louisville Courier Journal,
15 Sep. 2025
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Named after creator, host and judge RuPaul, the iconic show has catapulted the careers of countless drag superstars, including Trixie Mattel, Katya and Bob the Drag Queen.—
Liza Esquibias,
People.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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ABC's move is latest high-profile example of media figures facing repercussions for comments about Kirk's killing.—
Alex Harring,
CNBC,
18 Sep. 2025
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Facts and figures The Red Sox are 82-69.—
Gabrielle Starr,
Boston Herald,
17 Sep. 2025
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“Megastars.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/megastars. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.
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