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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

wannabe

/wænˈbeɪ/ verb, noun · British & US
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What does wannabe mean?

verb, noun

A person who wants to be something they are not, especially a celebrity or someone with a particular lifestyle. A person who aspires to be something.

Example

"She's a wannabe pop star, always singing in the shower."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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