stellar

adjective

ˈste-lər How to pronounce stellar (audio)
Definition of stellarnext
1
as in celestial
of or relating to the stars humankind's dream of stellar navigation is hampered by the vast distances between the stars, even in our own galaxy

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2
as in excellent
of the very best kind this miniature palm tree is a stellar example of the art of bonsai

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Recent Examples of stellar When hunger sets in, Franschhoek is ready to pounce with its stellar selection of farm-to-fork style restaurants. — Paul Jebara, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Aug. 2026 All Saints quarterback Brailon Davis, who missed last season with an injury, was stellar throwing for 258 yards and two touchdowns against Parish. — Darren Lauber, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Aug. 2026 Most of the western hemisphere will see a stellar, deep-red image of the moon in the night sky on Thursday evening. — Dale Denwalt, Oklahoman, 27 Aug. 2026 Any contrast ratio in the millions indicates the display's ability to produce deep blacks alongside bright whites, resulting in stellar image quality in both light and dark scenes. — Zackery Cuevas, PC Magazine, 27 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for stellar
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stellar
  1. celestial
  2. excellent
  3. interstellar
  4. terrific
  5. star
  6. wonderful
  7. starry
  8. superb
Adjective
  • While city lights may wash out fainter celestial objects, the moon should shine through just fine.
    — Irene Wright, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2026
  • After being shut out of this month's total solar eclipse, the Americas will have the best seats in the celestial house when Earth's shadow briefly envelops the moon.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of celestial
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  • Alas, this excellent advice goes into one of Joe’s ears and out the other.
    — Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Owls are predators whose eyes are positioned on the front of their heads, giving them excellent depth perception.
    — Abigail Witmer, The Conversation, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of excellent
Adjective
  • Photos captured of the moon during the eclipse show the breathtaking interstellar phenomena.
    — Julia Gomez, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026
  • So too Alien, with its cruel interstellar intimacy, its metallic shadows and gooey whites.
    — Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of interstellar
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  • To me, an important part about sports is the memories that continue for so long after the events, and these two columns by two terrific writers truly brought that home.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 29 Aug. 2026
  • Loving spouses disappoint us, supportive parents fail us, close friends misunderstand us, and even terrific children create enormous stress.
    — David H. Rosmarin, Time, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of terrific
Adjective
  • There has always been something compelling about Paul Baker, something about the interplay between his frat-star good looks and Canadian soft-boy heart.
    — Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2026
  • The film, directed by Ben Rekhi and produced by Rana Daggubati‘s Spirit Media, will mark the first time Bajpayee and co-star Boman Irani have shared the screen.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of star
Adjective
  • Nature aside, Cape Town boasts a wonderful juxtaposition of old world architecture and contemporary design across its vibrant neighborhoods.
    — Paul Jebara, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Aug. 2026
  • Both films had wonderful ensembles, ingenious writing and an unmistakable sense of occasion.
    — Seth Abramovitch, HollywoodReporter, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of wonderful
Adjective
  • Venice has a decidedly less starry lineup than in recent editions.
    — Clayton Davis, Variety, 26 Aug. 2026
  • The light pollution produced by each of those mirrors would completely wipe out stars from the sky for those underneath them, turning the starry night into an eerie twilight zone.
    — Tereza Pultarova, Space.com, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of starry
Adjective
  • Head baker Lou Turner (formerly pastry chef at Obelix, a French bistro in the city’s River North) churns out superb pastries that invite obsession.
    — The Bon Appétit Staff, Bon Appetit Magazine, 24 Aug. 2026
  • The winery is also known for superb musical performances that Paine gets through his relationship with a top tier entertainment manager.
    — Pamela McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of superb

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