very important person
Definition
- Noun:
- An important or influential person: A "very important person" is someone who holds significant status, authority, or influence, often warranting special treatment or privileges.
- An often overbearing person: The term can also imply that the person's perceived importance leads to a demanding or arrogant attitude.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The hotel reserved the penthouse suite for the very important person.
- As a very important person in the company, she has access to all executive meetings.
- He acted like a very important person, expecting everyone to cater to his demands.
Advanced Usage
"VIP treatment": Special, preferential service given to a very important person.
- The celebrity received VIP treatment at the airport, with a private lounge and fast-track security.
"VIP area/lounge": A restricted section reserved for very important persons.
- Guests with special passes were directed to the VIP area at the concert.
Variants and Related Words
VIP (noun): The common abbreviation for "very important person."
- Please escort our VIPs to the front row.
V.I.P. (noun): An alternative spelling of the abbreviation, using periods.
Synonyms
- Dignitary: A person considered to be important because of high rank or office.
- Luminary: A person who inspires or influences others, especially one prominent in a particular sphere.
- Bigwig: (Informal) An important person, especially in a particular sphere.
Related Phrases
- VIP pass: A special ticket or credential granting access reserved for a very important person.
- He gained entry backstage with his VIP pass.
Related Idioms
- To roll out the red carpet: To give someone a very grand or impressive welcome, typically for a very important person.
- The town rolled out the red carpet for the visiting very important person.
Noun
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an important or influential (and often overbearing) person
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