A-list

noun

ˈā-ˌlist How to pronounce A-list (audio)
Synonyms of A-listnext
: a list or group of individuals of the highest level of society, excellence, or eminence
A-list adjective
A-list movies
A-list celebrities
A-lister
ˈā-ˌli-stər How to pronounce A-list (audio)
noun
Hollywood A-listers

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Examples of A-list in a Sentence

the ceremony featured an A-list of Hollywood stars
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The photos show the 32-year-old bride, in a custom Balenciaga couture gown, celebrating her big day with some of her A-list family and friends. — Martha Ross, Mercury News, 10 Aug. 2026 Lashana Lynch, Idris Elba, Cynthia Erivo and Viola Davis round out the A-list cast. — Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 9 Aug. 2026 The A-list couple has been in the mood for the sport as of late, having attended the 2026 World Cup finals last month at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. — Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 8 Aug. 2026 A-list talent like Amy Poehler and Jason Bateman have spent just as much (if not more) time recording their podcasts as appearing in film and TV. — Alexandra York, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for A-list

Word History

First Known Use

1935, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of A-list was in 1935

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“A-list.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/A-list. Accessed 12 Aug. 2026.

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