megastar
|meg/a/star|
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🇺🇸
/ˈmɛɡəˌstɑr/
🇬🇧
/ˈmɛɡəˌstɑː/
extremely famous person
Etymology
Etymology Information
'megastar' originates from the prefix 'mega-' meaning 'large' or 'great' and the word 'star', referring to a famous person.
Historical Evolution
'megastar' was formed in the 20th century by combining 'mega-' with 'star', reflecting the rise of global fame.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a very famous person', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/02/05 07:37