tycoon

/ˈtaɪkɒn/

Definitions

1. noun

A person of great wealth or importance, especially in business.

“He was a well-known tycoon in the tech industry.”

2. noun

A person who is very successful, especially in a particular activity or field.

“She was a tycoon in the world of competitive chess.”

Synonyms

  • businessman
  • entrepreneur
  • mogul

Antonyms

  • bankrupt
  • broke
  • insolvent