Bigwig: meaning, definitions and examples
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bigwig
[ ˈbɪɡwɪɡ ]
important person
A bigwig is an important person, especially in a particular sphere or group. They are often influential and have a high social status.
Synonyms
VIP, high up, muckety-muck
Examples of usage
- He was a bigwig in the entertainment industry.
- The bigwig of the company made an appearance at the event.
- She acted like a bigwig, ordering everyone around.
wig with large curls
In historical context, a bigwig refers to a wig with large curls, typically worn by wealthy or prominent individuals in the past.
Synonyms
full-bottomed wig, periwig
Examples of usage
- The nobleman wore a bigwig to the royal ball.
- The bigwig was a symbol of status and wealth in the 18th century.
Translations
Translations of the word "bigwig" in other languages:
🇵🇹 figurão
🇮🇳 बड़ा आदमी
🇩🇪 hohes Tier
🇮🇩 orang penting
🇺🇦 важлива персона
🇵🇱 gruba ryba
🇯🇵 大物
🇫🇷 gros bonnet
🇪🇸 pez gordo
🇹🇷 önemli kişi
🇰🇷 거물
🇸🇦 شخصية مهمة
🇨🇿 velká zvíře
🇸🇰 veľká ryba
🇨🇳 大人物
🇸🇮 velika glava
🇮🇸 stórt nafn
🇰🇿 маңызды адам
🇬🇪 დიდი პიროვნება
🇦🇿 önəmli şəxs
🇲🇽 pez gordo
Word origin
The term 'bigwig' originated in the 17th century, combining 'big' (meaning important) and 'wig' (referring to the hairpiece). Initially, it was used to describe wealthy or influential individuals who wore elaborate wigs as a symbol of their status. Over time, the term evolved to encompass any important person in various contexts.