noun
Uncommon
Kardashian
kahr-DA-shee-uhn
Kardashian (noun) means a surname of Armenian origin, widely recognized through the celebrity family of that name. Example: “The Kardashian name became a household word through reality television.”
noun
1
A surname of Armenian origin, widely recognized through the celebrity family of that name.
"The Kardashian name became a household word through reality television."
adjective
1
Relating to, or characteristic of, the Kardashian family and the style of celebrity they represent.
"It’s all very Kardashian."
— Caro Land, Convictions: An Absolutely Gripping Suspense Drama (2020)
"Critics called the show a Kardashian-style spectacle of wealth and drama."
"I always thought that was a pinch too Kardashian of you but I’m not here to judge"
— David Oliver Cohen, Hushed, Aggressive, Chic, Threatening, and Scared (2016)
How to use Kardashian
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA surname, now also used loosely to describe reality-TV-style celebrity.
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Word forms
- Plural
- Kardashians
- Comparative
- more Kardashian
- Superlative
- most Kardashian
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Etymology
From the Armenian surname, later applied more broadly as an adjective describing a certain celebrity lifestyle.
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What does “Kardashian” mean?
The word “Kardashian” means a surname of Armenian origin, widely recognized through the celebrity family of that name. In plain terms, a surname, now also used loosely to describe reality-TV-style celebrity.
How do you pronounce “Kardashian”?
“Kardashian” is pronounced kahr-DA-shee-uhn ([kʰɑɹˈdæʃi.ən] in IPA).
How do you use “Kardashian” in a sentence?
Here is “Kardashian” used in a sentence: “The Kardashian name became a household word through reality television.”
What part of speech is “Kardashian”?
Depending on how it is used, “Kardashian” can be a noun and an adjective.
Is “Kardashian” a common word?
“Kardashian” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Kardashian” have?
“Kardashian” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a surname of Armenian origin, widely recognized through the celebrity family of that name.
Is Kardashian a first name or a surname?
Kardashian is a surname of Armenian origin, widely recognized today because of the celebrity family of that name. It is not used as a given name.
What does kardashian mean as an adjective?
Used informally as an adjective, kardashian describes something relating to or characteristic of the Kardashian family and the particular style of celebrity culture and fame they represent.
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