Tycoon

/taɪˈkuːn/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A very wealthy and powerful business person.

The tech tycoon announced a new initiative to support renewable energy.

A person who has a great deal of influence or control in a particular industry.

Media tycoons have a significant impact on public opinion.

Historically, a title of nobility in Japan, derived from the term 'shōgun'.

The last tycoon of Japan was a figure of great authority and military power.

From Japanese 'taikūn', meaning 'great lord'.

media tycoon

A powerful figure in the media industry.

real estate tycoon

An affluent individual involved in property investment and development.

business tycoon

A successful entrepreneur or executive in business.

entrepreneur

A person who organizes and operates a business, taking on financial risks.

capitalist

A person who uses their wealth to invest in trade and industry for profit.

mogul

An important person in a particular field, especially in business.

Big shot

He's a real big shot in the tech industry.

Big cheese

In this company, she's the big cheese.