Celebrity
/səˈlɛb.ər.ɪ.ti/noun
A famous person, especially in entertainment or sports.
Did you know?The word 'celebrity' is derived from the Latin 'celebritas', which originally referred to the state of being honored or celebrated in religious ceremonies.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
celebritas
“The state of being honored or celebrated.”
Old French
Old French
celebrite
“Fame or renown.”
14th Century
Middle English
celebrite
“The condition of being famous.”
Modern English
English
celebrity
“The status of being celebrated or famous.”
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