operatic star
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- noun
- /ˌɒpəˈrætɪk stɑr/
- The operatic star dazzled the audience with her performance.
Examples
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Many aspiring singers look up to the great operatic stars of the past for inspiration.
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Last night, the operatic star received a standing ovation for her powerful performance as Tosca.
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She dreamed of becoming an operatic star and singing on the world's greatest stages.
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Many young singers aspire to become an operatic star.
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Many famous operatic stars begin their careers in smaller theaters before moving to larger venues.
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As an operatic star, she captivated audiences with her powerful voice and dramatic performances.
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The festival featured an operatic star who was celebrated for her interpretation of classic roles.
Synonyms
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A famous singer who performs leading roles in operas
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A famous woman who sings leading parts in opera
Antonyms
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Morphology
The meaning 'a famous singer who performs in operas' is directly and compositionally derived from 'operatic' (pertaining to opera) modifying 'star' (a celebrated public figure). This straightforward adjective+noun combination follows common cross-linguistic patterns, so a B1 learner who knows both words will readily infer the MWE's meaning.
Etymology
The phrase operatic star may come from a simple image: a singer on a big stage who 'shines' like a bright point in the sky. The word opera means a large musical play and star is someone who stands out, so the phrase means a 'famous' singer in opera.