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Definition of starless

starless

/ˈstɑːr.ləs/
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• adjective

1

Having no visible stars; unlit by stars, often due to heavy cloud cover, fog, or light pollution.

Example

"The hikers relied on their headlamps to navigate the trail beneath a dark, starless sky."

2

Lacking famous, standout, or celebrated performers or players (such as in a theatrical cast or sports team).

Example

"Despite having a relatively starless roster, the disciplined basketball team advanced to the championship finals."

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• Rhymes for starless

• Nearby Words

starkers
starkly
starkness
starless
starlet
starlight
starlike

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in Middle English by combining the Old English root 'steorra' (star) with the privative suffix '-lēas' (without).

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