entrepreneur
Translation
entrepreneur
Examples
She is a successful entrepreneur.
She is a successful entrepreneur.
Many entrepreneurs start with a small idea.
Many entrepreneurs start with a small idea.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) a person who starts a business He became an entrepreneur at a young age.
Similar Words
Synonyms: businessperson, founder, innovator
Etymology
From French 'entreprendre' (to undertake). Composed of 'entre-' (between) and 'prendre' (to take).
Memory Tips
Think of someone who 'enters' a new business 'venture'. The word itself sounds ambitious.