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stellar

adj.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈstɛɫɝ// UK //stˈɛlɐ// stel·lar

adj. extremely good or impressive. It can also describe things that relate to the stars in space.

adj. exceptionally good or outstanding; relating to a star or stars. Often used figuratively to describe high performance or literally in astronomical contexts.


SIMPLE

The young actor gave a stellar performance in the new movie.

CONTEXTUAL

The company reported stellar profits this quarter, exceeding even the most optimistic predictions from financial analysts.

COMPLEX

While the telescope was designed for stellar observation, its high-resolution sensors proved equally effective at capturing the subtle movements of distant planetary bodies.

Synonyms
Origin

Borrowed from Latin stēllāris.

Usage

Typically used as an attributive adjective before the noun it modifies.

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