magnate
Translation
magnate, tycoon, mogul
Examples
He was a powerful shipping magnate.
He was a powerful shipping magnate.
Grammar Patterns
a ((business field)) magnate a powerful person in a ((business field)) He is a well-known media magnate.
Similar Words
Synonyms: tycoon, mogul, baron; Antonyms: subordinate, underling
Etymology
From Latin 'magnas' meaning 'great man', from 'magnus' meaning 'great'.
Memory Tips
A 'magnate' has 'magnetic' power and wealth.