midas

/ˈmaɪdəs/

Definitions

1. noun

a king of ancient Greece who possessed a golden touch, anything that brings great wealth or success.

“The Midas touch seemed to follow him everywhere he went, turning even his worst business decisions into profitable ones.”

2. proper noun

a king of Phrygia in western Anatolia in ancient Greece.

“According to legend, King Midas was granted a single wish, which he used to turn everything he touched into gold.”

3. adjective

having or producing an unusually high degree of success or profitability.

“The new restaurant had a Midas touch with its innovative menu and trendy atmosphere.”

Synonyms

  • golden
  • lucky

Antonyms

  • unlucky
  • unprofitable