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High-value C1 vocabulary with pronunciation, collocations and examples.

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Lesson objectives

  • Learn advanced lexical items related to celebrity, fame & public life.
  • Reuse collocations and pronunciation cues more accurately.
  • Transfer high-value vocabulary into speaking and writing tasks.

Vocabulario C1 — Celebrity, Fame & Public Life

30 palabras con definición, traducción, ejemplo y audio.

notoriety //

/nəʊˈtɒr.ə.ti/n
Definition:The state of being famous or well known, typically for some bad quality or deed.
Traducción:notoriedad (generalmente negativa)
Example:The influencer gained notoriety after her controversial comments about climate change went viral in early 2025.
Collocation:gain notoriety
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    • scrutiny //

    /ˈskruː.tɪ.ni/n
    Definition:Critical observation or examination of a person's actions or life.
    Traducción:escrutinio
    Example:Public figures must prepare for intense scrutiny when they transition into political roles.
    Collocation:intense scrutiny
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    • ubiquitous //

    /juːˈbɪk.wɪ.təs/adj
    Definition:Present, appearing, or found everywhere.
    Traducción:ubicuos / omnipresente
    Example:In the age of social media, celebrity culture has become ubiquitous across all digital platforms.
    Collocation:become ubiquitous
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    • infamous //

    /ˈɪn.fə.məs/adj
    Definition:Well known for some bad quality or deed.
    Traducción:infame / de mala fama
    Example:The actor's infamous outburst during the 2025 awards ceremony remains a topic of debate.
    Collocation:infamous reputation
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    • pervasive //

    /pəˈveɪ.sɪv/adj
    Definition:Spreading widely throughout an area or a group of people.
    Traducción:omnipresente / generalizado
    Example:The pervasive influence of celebrity endorsements can significantly shape consumer behaviour.
    Collocation:pervasive influence
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    • repute //

    /rɪˈpjuːt/n
    Definition:The opinion that people in general have of someone or something.
    Traducción:reputación
    Example:The director is of high repute within the international film community.
    Collocation:be of high repute
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    • acclaim //

    /əˈkleɪm/n
    Definition:Enthusiastic and public praise.
    Traducción:aplausos / aclamación
    Example:The young singer received critical acclaim for her debut album released last month.
    Collocation:critical acclaim
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    • paradigm //

    /ˈpær.ə.daɪm/n
    Definition:A typical example or pattern of something; a model.
    Traducción:paradigma
    Example:The rise of AI influencers represents a new paradigm in the concept of celebrity.
    Collocation:shift the paradigm
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    • manifest //

    /ˈmæn.ɪ.fest/v
    Definition:To display or show a quality or feeling by one's acts or appearance.
    Traducción:manifestar
    Example:The pressures of fame often manifest as anxiety or social withdrawal in young stars.
    Collocation:manifest itself
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    • scrutinise //

    /ˈskruː.tɪ.naɪz/v
    Definition:To examine something very carefully in order to discover too much detail.
    Traducción:escrutar / examinar minuciosamente
    Example:Journalists continue to scrutinise every aspect of the celebrity's private life.
    Collocation:scrutinise closely
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    • endorsement //

    /ɪnˈdɔːs.mənt/n
    Definition:A public statement of support for a product, person, or idea.
    Traducción:respaldo / patrocinio
    Example:The athlete signed a multi-million dollar endorsement deal with a tech giant.
    Collocation:brand endorsement
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    • monetise //

    /ˈmʌn.ɪ.taɪz/v
    Definition:To convert something into a source of profit.
    Traducción:monetizar
    Example:Many content creators are looking for new ways to monetise their personal brands.
    Collocation:monetise content
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    • prominence //

    /ˈprɒm.ɪ.nəns/n
    Definition:The state of being important or famous.
    Traducción:prominencia / relevancia
    Example:She rose to prominence after her viral video captured the world's attention.
    Collocation:gain prominence
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    • prestige //

    /presˈtiːʒ/n
    Definition:Widespread respect and admiration felt for someone or something.
    Traducción:prestigio
    Example:Winning an Oscar brings a level of prestige that few other awards can match.
    Collocation:social prestige
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    • reputation management //

    /ˌrep.juˈteɪ.ʃən ˈmæn.ɪdʒ.mənt/n phrase
    Definition:The practice of influencing the public perception of an individual or company.
    Traducción:gestión de la reputación
    Example:In the digital age, reputation management is a vital service for high-profile individuals.
    Collocation:professional reputation management
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    • brand identity //

    /brænd aɪˈden.tɪ.ti/n phrase
    Definition:The visible elements of a brand, such as name, colours, and design, that identify and distinguish the brand in consumers' minds.
    Traducción:identidad de marca
    Example:The celebrity worked hard to maintain a consistent brand identity across all social media.
    Collocation:establish a brand identity
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    • publicity stunt //

    /pʌbˈlɪs.ə.ti stʌnt/n phrase
    Definition:A planned event designed to attract attention from the media.
    Traducción:truco publicitario / maniobra de publicidad
    Example:Critics dismissed the sudden marriage announcement as a mere publicity stunt.
    Collocation:orchestrate a publicity stunt
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    • clout //

    /klaʊt/n
    Definition:Influence or power, especially in politics or social media.
    Traducción:influencia / poder / peso
    Example:The YouTuber has enough social media clout to influence global fashion trends.
    Collocation:social media clout
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    • overshadow //

    /ˌəʊ.vəˈʃæd.əʊ/v
    Definition:To appear much more prominent or important than someone else.
    Traducción:eclipsar / ensombrecer
    Example:The scandal threatened to overshadow the actor's successful career.
    Collocation:completely overshadow
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    • visibility //

    /ˌvɪz.əˈbɪl.ə.ti/n
    Definition:The state of being able to be seen; prominence in the public eye.
    Traducción:visibilidad
    Example:Increased visibility in the media can lead to more lucrative opportunities.
    Collocation:high visibility
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    • under the spotlight //

    /ˈʌn.də ðə ˈspɒt.laɪt/idiom
    Definition:To be the focus of public attention or scrutiny.
    Traducción:bajo el foco / bajo el escrutinio público
    Example:Living life under the spotlight can be mentally exhausting for many celebrities.
    Collocation:live under the spotlight
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    • cancel culture //

    /ˈkæn.səl ˈkʌl.tʃər/n phrase
    Definition:The practice of withdrawing support for public figures after they have done something considered objectionable.
    Traducción:cultura de la cancelación
    Example:The sudden downfall of the singer was a direct result of cancel culture.
    Collocation:victim of cancel culture
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    • clout-chasing //

    /ˈklaʊt ˌtʃeɪ.sɪŋ/adj/v
    Definition:The act of trying to gain popularity or influence, often in a superficial way.
    Traducción:buscar fama/influencia a toda costa
    Example:Many people accused the influencer of clout-chasing by associating with controversial figures.
    Collocation:accused of clout-chasing
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    • viral //

    /ˈvaɪ.rəl/adj
    Definition:An image, video, or piece of information that is circulated rapidly and widely via the internet.
    Traducción:viral
    Example:The clip went viral overnight, turning an unknown student into an instant celebrity.
    Collocation:go viral
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    • hype //

    /haɪp/n
    Definition:Extravagant publicity or exaggerated claims used to promote something.
    Traducción:bombardeo publicitario / bombo
    Example:Despite all the hype, the much-anticipated movie failed to impress critics.
    Collocation:generate hype
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    • fame-hungry //

    /feɪm ˈhʌŋ.ɡri/adj
    Definition:Having a strong desire to become famous.
    Traducción:sediento de fama
    Example:The reality show attracts many fame-hungry individuals looking for a quick break.
    Collocation:fame-hungry individuals
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    • clout //

    /klaʊt/n
    Definition:Influence or power, especially in social media circles.
    Traducción:influencia / peso
    Example:She used her political clout to advocate for better mental health resources.
    Collocation:wield significant clout
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    • trendsetter //

    /ˈtrendˌset.ər/n
    Definition:A person who leads the way in fashion or new styles.
    Traducción:marcador de tendencias
    Example:As a global trendsetter, her choice of clothing influences millions of followers.
    Collocation:fashion trendsetter
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    • overexposed //

    /ˌəʊ.vər.ɪkˈspəʊzd/adj
    Definition:Being seen so much in the media that people lose interest.
    Traducción:sobreexpuesto
    Example:The actor's career declined because he became overexposed in too many low-quality projects.
    Collocation:become overexposed
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    • glamour //

    /ˈɡlæm.ər/n
    Definition:An attractive or exciting quality that makes something seem special.
    Traducción:glamour / encanto
    Example:The glamour of Hollywood often hides the harsh realities of the industry.
    Collocation:glamour and fame
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