starring

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starring

The actor is starring in a new play at the theater.

Definition

Adjective: 1. Having the leading role or roles; featuring as the main performer(s): Used to indicate that a particular actor or actors are the principal performers in a film, play, or show. 2. Of primary importance or prominence: Describing the role or performance that is central to a production.

Usage

The adjective "starring" is used attributively, meaning it is placed directly before the noun it modifies (e.g., "the starring role"). It is most commonly used in the context of film, television, and theater to denote the main actor(s).

Examples

  • Attributive use:

    • She landed the starring role in the new action film.
    • The movie is a starring vehicle for the young actor.
    • He gave a starring performance that captivated the audience.

  • In credits or promotional material (often using the verb form "star"):

    • "A film by Christopher Nolan, starring Cillian Murphy and Emily Blunt."
    • The poster read: "Starring Meryl Streep and Tom Hanks."
Advanced Usage
  • "Starring" vs. "Featuring": While both can list actors, "starring" typically denotes the lead roles, whereas "featuring" or "with" often introduces well-known actors in significant supporting roles.
    • The film stars Leonardo DiCaprio and features Robert De Niro.
Variants and Related Words
  • Star (verb): To have the leading role.
    • She will star in the upcoming biopic.
  • Star (noun): A famous performer; a leading actor.
    • He is a Hollywood star.
  • Co-starring (adjective/verb): Sharing the leading role with another actor.
    • The co-starring actors had great chemistry.
Synonyms
  • Leading
  • Headlining
  • Principal
  • Stellar (when referring to the quality of a leading performance)
Antonyms
  • Supporting
  • Minor
  • Bit-part
starring

The actor is starring in a new play at the theater.

Adjective
  1. indicating the most important performer or role
    • the leading man
    • prima ballerina
    • prima donna
    • a star figure skater
    • the starring role
    • a stellar role
    • a stellar performance

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