prima donna
Pronunciation
  • (RP) IPA: /ˌpɹiːməˈdɒnə/
Noun

prima donna (plural prima donnas)

  1. (opera) The principal female singer or the leading lady.
  2. (derogatory) A person who considers himself or herself much more important than others, has high expectations of others and becomes angry when his or her standards or demands are not met.
    Synonyms: diva
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