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star vs asterisk

asterisk vs star

star and asterisk both are nouns.

star is an adjective but asterisk is not an adjective.

star and asterisk both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
star Yes Yes Yes No
asterisk Yes No Yes No
As nouns, star and asterisk are synonyms defined as:
  • star and asterisk: a star-shaped character * used in printing
As verbs, star and asterisk are synonyms defined as:
  • star and asterisk: mark with an asterisk
star (noun) asterisk (noun)
the topology of a network whose components are connected to a hub a star-shaped character * used in printing
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
star (adjective) asterisk (adjective)
indicating the most important performer or role
star (verb) asterisk (verb)
mark with an asterisk mark with an asterisk
be the star in a performance
feature as the star
Difference between star and asterisk

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