0 a person who is likely to be successful:
She's the rising star of the organization.
He was already a rising star in the profession.
She was once a promising rising star; she is now a dinosaur condemned for ever to oblivion.
Seen as a rising star in the party, he was sometimes mentioned as a future leader.
A commanding speaker, he was soon regarded as a rising star in the party.
The rising star was played most of the entire 2000-01 season, appearing for 25 out of 30 league matches.
Due to his relatively young age, he is considered a rising star in the party.
The restaurant was also given a rising star as one with potential to go up to two stars in the future.
She is a rising star of the ensemble cast and works hard to be the best comedian she can be.