Hollywood Definition & Meaning
hollywood
- adjective
- of or relating to the film industry in the United States; "a Hollywood actor"
- flashy and vulgar; "young white women dressed Hollywood style"; "Hollywood philandering"
- noun
- the film industry of the United States
- a flashy vulgar tone or atmosphere believed to be characteristic of the American film industry; "some people in publishing think of theirs as a glamorous medium so they copy the glitter of Hollywood"
- a district of Los Angeles long associated with the American film industry
"Hollywood" in song lyrics
See how hollywood is used in real songs:
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"They try to act all Hollywood"
69 Boyz — Sticky -
"Comin from the west - Hollywood"
The 7A3 — Coolin' in Cali -
"I met this lady in hollywood"
Afroman — Colt 45
Words that rhyme with hollywood
Usage tips for "hollywood"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "hollywood" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for hollywood to find words that pair well.