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asterisk vs star

star vs asterisk

asterisk and star both are nouns.

asterisk is not an adjective while star is an adjective.

asterisk and star both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
asterisk Yes No Yes No
star Yes Yes Yes No
As nouns, asterisk and star are synonyms defined as:
  • asterisk and star: a star-shaped character * used in printing
As verbs, asterisk and star are synonyms defined as:
  • asterisk and star: mark with an asterisk
asterisk (noun) star (noun)
a star-shaped character * used in printing the topology of a network whose components are connected to a hub
a star-shaped character * used in printing
(astronomy) a celestial body of hot gases that radiates energy derived from thermonuclear reactions in the interior
any celestial body visible (as a point of light) from the Earth at night
an actor who plays a principal role
someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field
a performer who receives prominent billing
a plane figure with 5 or more points; often used as an emblem
asterisk (adjective) star (adjective)
indicating the most important performer or role
asterisk (verb) star (verb)
mark with an asterisk mark with an asterisk
be the star in a performance
feature as the star
Difference between asterisk and star

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