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Definition of stardom

stardom

/ˈstɑːr.dəm/
star · dom
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• noun

1

The state or status of being a famous or exceptionally talented performer in entertainment, sports, or another public field.

Example

"Her breakout performance in the independent drama propelled her to international stardom almost overnight."

2

Famous performers or celebrities considered collectively as a group or class.

Example

"The annual charity gala attracted the highest echelons of Hollywood stardom."

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• Rhymes for stardom

• Nearby Words

starch
starched
starchy
stardom
stardust
stare
staredown

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the mid-19th century by combining 'star' (in its theatrical sense of a leading performer) with the Old English noun-forming suffix '-dom', denoting a state, rank, or collective domain.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Stardom. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/stardom
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