millionaire

/,miljə'neə/

Thân thiện

A man who is a millionaire enjoys a quiet morning on his yacht.

Definition

Noun: A person who possesses a net worth of at least one million units of a given currency, typically dollars, pounds, or euros. This term specifically denotes an individual whose material wealth, including assets and property, is valued at over one million units.

Usage

The word "millionaire" is used to classify an individual based on their financial status. It functions as a countable noun. * She became a millionaire after her tech startup was successfully acquired. * The article profiles a millionaire who donated half his fortune to charity. * There are more millionaires in the city this year than last.

Advanced Usage

• "Self-made millionaire": A person who has accumulated their wealth through their own efforts, rather than by inheritance.
  • He is a self-made millionaire who started his business with a small loan.
• "Millionaire status": The condition or fact of being a millionaire.
  • Achieving millionaire status was her primary financial goal.

Variants and Related Words

• Millionairess (noun, somewhat dated): A female millionaire.
  • The millionairess was known for her extensive art collection.
• Multi-millionaire (noun): A person whose wealth amounts to several million units of currency.
• Billionaire (noun): A person whose wealth is valued at at least a billion units of currency.

Synonyms

• Tycoon: A wealthy, powerful person in business or industry.
• Magnate: An influential and wealthy person, especially in a specific industry.
• Person of means: A formal phrase for a wealthy individual.

Idioms and Common Phrases

• "Millionaire's row": A street or area known for being inhabited by very wealthy people.
  • Their new mansion is located on the town's millionaire's row.
• "Feel like a million dollars/bucks" (idiom): To feel extremely good, healthy, or happy. (Note: This idiom uses "million" but describes a feeling, not wealth).
  • After a good night's sleep, I feel like a million bucks.

Học thuật

Noun

1. a person whose material wealth is valued at more than a million dollars