millionaire
Translation
millionaire
Examples
He became a millionaire overnight.
He became a millionaire overnight.
She dreams of marrying a millionaire.
She dreams of marrying a millionaire.
Grammar Patterns
a millionaire a person who has at least a million pounds, dollars, etc. He is a self-made millionaire.
Similar Words
Synonyms: tycoon, magnate, wealthy person
Etymology
From 'million' + the suffix '-aire' (denoting a person). 'Million' comes from Italian 'milione', meaning 'a great thousand'.
Memory Tips
Think of someone with a 'million' dollars, who seems to have an 'air' of wealth about them.