starring
8 synonyms and 1 antonym for starring, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Playing the leading role in a film, show, or performance.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
headlining
top-billed
Antonyms
How to use starring
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
starring role
now starring
starring alongside
Frequently asked questions
What does “starring” mean?
The word “starring” means playing the leading role in a film, show, or performance. In plain terms, playing the lead role, or the credit given to the lead actor(s) of a production.
How do you use “starring” in a sentence?
Here is “starring” used in a sentence: “The film is starring two of Hollywood's biggest names.”
What part of speech is “starring”?
Depending on how it is used, “starring” can be an adjective and a noun.
Is “starring” a common word?
“Starring” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “starring” have?
“Starring” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: playing the leading role in a film, show, or performance.
What is the difference between "starring" and "featuring" in film credits?
"Starring" introduces the actors playing the leading roles, while "featuring" typically credits supporting cast members or a guest appearance. In posters and title sequences, the starring names are the headline cast the production is built around.
Is it "starring" or "staring"?
They are different words that are often confused in writing. "Starring" (double r) comes from "star" and means playing the leading role, as in "a film starring two newcomers"; "staring" (single r) comes from "stare" and means looking fixedly at something.
What is a starring role?
A starring role is the leading part in a film, show, or performance — the character the story centers on. An actor in a starring role usually receives top billing, unlike supporting or cameo parts.
