Starred

/stɑrd/

Meaning & Definition

verb

Past tense of 'star', meaning to mark with a star or to distinguish as especially notable.

The teacher starred the best essays for the students to read.

To feature or perform prominently in a production.

The actress starred in the blockbuster movie that won several awards.

To indicate or give importance to something in a list or text.

He starred the important tasks on his to-do list to prioritize them.

From the word 'star', combined with the past participle suffix '-ed'.

starred review

A review that has been marked as exceptionally good.

starred film

A film in which a leading actor or actress has a significant role.

starred list

A list with certain items marked for importance or preference.

star

A luminous point in the night sky; a celebrity.

starring

The act of featuring prominently in a role or performance.

To highlight something as important or excellent.

I starred that playlist; it's my favorite.

To act in a prominent role.

She really starred in that last show!