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Magnate
An influential and powerful person, especially a wealthy business leader who controls a large enterprise.
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Imagine This
A person with great power and influence is like a strong magnet, which can attract a lot of attention.
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Sounds Like
MAG-nayt
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Looks Like
Magnet
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Remember This
Magn- means great; magnate denotes a powerful, influential person.
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Other Forms
magnatesplural noun
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Connect With
tycoon, mogul, industrialist, power broker
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Note
Typically used to describe business leaders or industrialists. It can carry a tone of prestige or grandeur; avoid using it for politicians unless they wield significant corporate influence.
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Examples
- The tech magnate donated billions to charity.
- A media magnate once owned several major newspapers.
Synonyms
tycoonmogulbaronindustrialistpowerbroker
Antonyms
paupernobodyinsignificant person
Etymology
From Latin magnus 'great', via Old French magnat or Italian magnate, meaning a powerful or influential person; the suffix -ate forms a noun indicating a person associated with or characterized by the root meaning.
Mnemonic
Mnemonic: Magnate sounds like magnet, reminding you that a magnate attracts people and power.
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