celebrity
US /səˈleb.rə.t̬i/
UK /səˈleb.rə.t̬i/
1.
a famous person, especially in entertainment or sport
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The red carpet was filled with Hollywood celebrities.
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She became a national celebrity after winning the singing competition.
2.
the state of being famous
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Her sudden rise to celebrity was unexpected.
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He enjoys the perks of celebrity, but dislikes the lack of privacy.