celebrities
|ce-leb-ri-ties|
/səˈlɛbrətiz/
(celebrity)
fame, well-known
Etymology
'celebrity' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'celebritas', where 'celeber' meant 'frequented, crowd' or 'famous'.
'celebrity' changed from Latin 'celebritas' into Old French 'celebrite' and entered Middle English as 'celebrite', eventually becoming the modern English word 'celebrity'.
Initially, it meant 'the state of being frequented or much spoken of' (close to 'fame'), and over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a famous person' or 'the condition of being famous'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
plural form of 'celebrity': famous people who are well known to the public, especially in entertainment, sports, or public life.
Many celebrities attended the charity gala last night.
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Noun 2
plural form of 'celebrity' used to refer collectively to well-known people who frequently appear in media or public events.
Some celebrities prefer to keep their private lives out of the spotlight.
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Last updated: 2025/11/19 01:00