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celebrities

n. countable
A2 Elementary US //səˈɫɛbɹɪtiz// UK //səlˈɛbɹɪtiz// celebri·ties

n. famous people, especially those who work in entertainment like movies, music, or sports. You see them often in the news or on social media.

n. individuals who have attained a high degree of public recognition and fame. Often used collectively to refer to the social class of famous people.


SIMPLE

Many celebrities attended the movie premiere last night.

CONTEXTUAL

The magazine features interviews with local celebrities who share their favorite places to eat in the city.

COMPLEX

The relentless scrutiny of the digital age has fundamentally altered the relationship between celebrities and their fans, eroding the traditional boundaries of privacy.

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Plural form of 'celebrity'; can be used as a collective noun for the industry of fame.

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