This compound word meant an astronomical object of exceptional brightness in 1910; it was soon applied to actors & athletes

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Today’s Final Jeopardy Category is: Compound Word Origins

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Today’s Final Jeopardy

This compound word meant an astronomical object of exceptional brightness in 1910; it was soon applied to actors & athletes

Final Jeopardy Answer

The Final Jeopardy Answer is: Superstar

Final Jeopardy Explanation

The word “superstar” was used in astronomy around 1910 to describe an exceptionally bright star. The word was soon adopted into common vernacular to refer to extraordinarily famous or talented actors and athletes, denoting their exceptional status in their respective fields.

One of the early instances of this usage was in the United States where it was used to describe baseball players with exceptional talent and fame. Later, with the rise of Hollywood and the global influence of American media, it was applied to film actors who achieved worldwide recognition for their roles.

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