magnate — a wealthy and influential businessman, especially in a particular industry
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a wealthy and influential businessman, especially in a particular industry
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmæɡneɪt/
Example Sentences
- The tech magnate bought three islands just because he was bored on Tuesday.
- Every railroad magnate in the 19th century seemed to have an impressive mustache.
- The media magnate controls newspapers in over 20 countries.
magnate
NOUN[/ˈmæɡneɪt/]
a wealthy and influential businessman, especially in a particular industry
Powerful wealthy business tycoon
Mag-Nate attracts wealth like a magnet — he's a true magnate!
The magnate backs his candidate with a powerful mandate!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'magnus' meaning 'great' or 'large.' The word entered English through Medieval Latin 'magnates' (plural), referring to great lords or nobles, and later came to describe powerful industrialists and businessmen.
Breakdown
Latin 'magnus' (great) + -ate (noun suffix indicating a person of rank or status) = magnate
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The tech magnate bought three islands just because he was bored on Tuesday.”
“Every railroad magnate in the 19th century seemed to have an impressive mustache.”
“The media magnate controls newspapers in over 20 countries.”
“She started as a small shop owner and became a retail magnate within a decade.”
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