Basic Details
Word: Celebrity
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A famous person, especially in entertainment, sports, or media.
Synonyms: Star, icon, luminary
Antonyms: Nobody, unknown person
Idioms and Phrases
- Celebrity status: Refers to the fame and recognition that a person achieves. Example: "After her hit movie, she achieved celebrity status almost overnight."
- Living in the spotlight: To be famous and constantly watched or followed. Example: "He enjoys living in the spotlight and often attends glamorous events."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The celebrity was spotted at a restaurant in town, creating a buzz among the fans.
Example 2: Many people follow their favourite celebrity on social media to get updates about their lives.
Example 3: Being a celebrity often means dealing with both admiration and scrutiny from the public.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word 'celebrity' comes from the Latin word "celebritas," which means "fame" or "renown"? The concept of fame has existed for centuries, long before the age of modern media.
Famous Quote
"Fame is a by-product of doing something that you really care about." James Franco
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "celebrity" mean?
a) A type of animal
b) A famous person
c) A kind of food
d) A place to visit
Answer: b) A famous person
2. Which of these is a synonym of "celebrity"?
a) Detective
b) Star
c) Teacher
d) Builder
Answer: b) Star
3. Which of the following is an antonym of "celebrity"?
a) Icon
b) Luminary
c) Unknown person
d) Superstar
Answer: c) Unknown person
4. Which sentence uses "celebrity" correctly?
a) The celebrity baked a cake.
b) The celebrity painted a wonderful picture.
c) The celebrity ran for office.
d) All of the above.
Answer: d) All of the above.
5. What does it mean to be "living in the spotlight"?
a) To be very shy
b) To be famous and often in the public eye
c) To work in theatre
d) To be an outdoor person
Answer: b) To be famous and often in the public eye
