diva
15
6.9
- noun
- /ˈdiːvə/
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diva
- A white chiffon veil covers the face of the Diva; she stops in front of Leeloo.
- opera diva
- operatic diva
- pop diva
Examples
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The opera fell away to a minor-key aria, and the diva started in on it with a low mournful note.
Fiction book (2001) -
Yes, Mariah has "earned" her right to be a diva, but she needs to simmer down.
Blog text (21) -
The Diva, in a stunning gown, stands in the center of the stage, head bowed.
Fiction book (1997) -
The theme of last night's show was 'Divas,' or songs performed by divas.
Blog text (23) -
Lastly, we got to the concert, and Madge, diva that she is, did not start until 10:45 PM!
Blog text (3) -
Korben grabs the notice announcing Diva Plavalaguna's concert at 5:30 that evening.
Fiction book (1997) -
LuPone's Evita is an imperious diva ordering her descamisados to obey.
Academic text (2004) -
After winning the prestigious award, the acclaimed diva captivated the audience with her stunning performance at the opera house.
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The young diva stunned everyone with her powerful soprano voice during the grand finale of the concert.
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At the gala, the famous diva received a standing ovation for her breathtaking rendition of the aria.
Synonyms
1
7.5
A leading female singer in an opera company
A very famous singer who sings main roles in operas
Antonyms
Idioms
- Offensive
1
8.2
Behave in a very dramatic, demanding way to get special treatment
Compounds
- Offensive
A way of behaving that is self-important and demanding like a famous performer
How Famous
Surface Forms
Etymology
Diva originally comes from Italian for 'goddess', and from the Latin root divus meaning 'god', the same root as English divine. So a diva in opera is like a 'goddess' on stage — a leading, famous singer.