diva

• Substantiv, das eine herausragende Opernsängerin oder einen gefeierten Opernstar bezeichnet; auch eine selbstbewusste, oft als schwierig geltende weibliche Berühmtheit.

A noun referring to a distinguished female operatic singer or a celebrated female star in the world of opera.

1. B2formal

   A highly distinguished and celebrated female operatic singer, often a star performer.

   Opernsängerin

   • The famous diva performed at La Scala last night.
   • She is considered the greatest operatic diva of her generation.
   • The audience gave the diva a standing ovation.

   Synonymeopera starprima donna

2. Temperamental personB2informal

   A person, especially a woman, who behaves in a demanding, temperamental, or self-important way, often associated with fame.

   Launischer Mensch

   • She acted like a diva, demanding special treatment backstage.
   • The pop star is known for being a bit of a diva.
   • Don't be such a diva about the seating arrangements.

   Synonymeprima donna