# starlet

/ˈstɑɹɫət/ (US) · /stˈɑːlət/ (UK) · CEFR C1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/starlet
Updated: 2026-10-17

## Definition

a young actress who is just starting to become famous. You see this word a lot in stories about films and fame.

For teachers: a young actress gaining public attention but not yet established as a major star. Common in entertainment journalism to describe an aspiring female performer.

## Examples

- The young starlet smiles for the cameras.
- The festival invites a promising starlet to walk the red carpet and meet directors.
- Once dismissed as a mere starlet, she delivers a restrained performance that forces critics to reconsider her range and ambition.

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