all-star
/ˈɔːl stɑː(r)/ (bre, ipa) · [ˌɔlstˈɑr] /ˈɔːl stɑːr/ (ame, ipa) · [ˌɔlstˈɑr] /ˈȯl-ˌstär/ (ame, mw)
all-star — adjective
1. made up of or featuring the most famous, best, or most admired people in a parti
made up of or featuring the most famous, best, or most admired people in a particular sports league or entertainment industry
The film had an all-star cast that included actors from twelve different countries.
collocation: all-star cast
Noor watched the all-star basketball game on television with his cousins.
collocation: all-star game
The fashion show featured an all-star lineup of designers from around the world.
Hui bought a ticket to the all-star concert before it sold out.
The restaurant was run by an all-star team of chefs from Michelin-starred kitchens.
- star-studded
more informal, often used for film casts or event lineups
- top-tier
focuses on quality level rather than fame
- premier
more formal, emphasises being the best rather than famous
文法句型
all-star + noun
用法筆記
Always placed before a noun. Very common in sports broadcasting and entertainment news.
常見錯誤
all-star — noun
1. a sports player chosen to represent their region or league in a special game tha
a sports player chosen to represent their region or league in a special game that brings together the strongest athletes
Joon was named an all-star for the third time in his basketball career.
pattern: be named an all-star
Each all-star received a gold medal and a trophy at the ceremony.
The coach selected six all-stars to represent the region in the final match.
Justin trained hard every day hoping to be chosen as an all-star.
- star player
broader — does not require official selection to a specific team
- top athlete
focuses on ability rather than selection status
- benchwarmer
informal, opposite in playing time and recognition
文法句型
be named an all-star
be voted an all-star
用法筆記
Most common in North American professional sports leagues such as the NBA, MLB, and NFL. The noun form is often preceded by 'an' because 'all' begins with a vowel sound.
常見錯誤
2. someone who is recognised as being among the very best in their profession, hobb
someone who is recognised as being among the very best in their profession, hobby, or area of work
In the design industry, Yael is considered an all-star for her creative work.
pattern: considered an all-star in [field]
The head nurse is an all-star in the hospital's surgical unit.
Valentina became an all-star at her company after leading the new project.
Young musicians dream of being recognised as all-stars in the music industry.
文法句型
be + an all-star (in/at + field)
用法筆記
Extended metaphor from sports. Used across business, arts, education, and other non-sport fields. Likely to appear in workplace praise or media profiles.