Starlike

Pronunciation: /stɑr.laɪk/

Definitions of starlike

adjective resembling or characteristic of a star

Example Sentences

A1 The sky was filled with starlike shapes during the fireworks show.

A2 She wore a necklace with starlike pendants that shimmered in the light.

B1 The actress had a starlike quality that captivated audiences.

B2 The crystal chandelier in the ballroom had a starlike sparkle that caught everyone's eye.

C1 The scientist discovered a new type of starlike celestial object in the galaxy.

C2 The artist's painting depicted a starlike nebula in vibrant colors.

Examples of starlike in a Sentence

formal The astronomer observed a starlike object in the night sky.

informal I saw a starlike shape in the sky last night.

slang That glittery dress makes you look totally starlike!

figurative Her kindness shone through her actions, making her seem almost starlike in her generosity.

Grammatical Forms of starlike

• past tense: starliked
• plural: starlikes
• comparative: more starlike
• superlative: most starlike
• present tense: starlike
• future tense: will starlike
• perfect tense: have starliked
• continuous tense: is starliking
• singular: starlike
• positive degree: starlike
• infinitive: to starlike
• gerund: starliking
• participle: starliked

Origin and Evolution of starlike

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'starlike' originated from the combination of the word 'star' and the suffix '-like', which is used to form adjectives indicating a resemblance to the base word.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the use of 'starlike' has remained consistent in its meaning of resembling a star. However, with advancements in astronomy and technology, the word may now also be used in a more literal sense to describe objects or phenomena that exhibit qualities similar to stars.