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Millionaires: meaning, definitions and examples

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millionaires

 

[ ˌmɪl.jəˈnɛr ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

wealthy individuals

A millionaire is a person whose net worth is equal to or greater than one million units of currency, typically measured in dollars. This term often implies a significant level of wealth, financial security, and the ability to afford a luxurious lifestyle. Millionaires can invest, consume, and participate in the economy in various ways, influencing markets and trends.

Synonyms

affluent person, plutocrat, tycoon, wealthy individual

Examples of usage

  • Many millionaires invest in real estate.
  • The charity gala was attended by several local millionaires.
  • Being a millionaire doesn't always mean happiness.
  • Millionaires often seek financial advisors for investment strategies.

Translations

Translations of the word "millionaires" in other languages:

🇵🇹 milionários

🇮🇳 करोड़पति

🇩🇪 Millionäre

🇮🇩 jutawan

🇺🇦 мільйонери

🇵🇱 milionerzy

🇯🇵 億万長者

🇫🇷 millionnaires

🇪🇸 millonarios

🇹🇷 milyonerler

🇰🇷 백만장자

🇸🇦 مليونيرات

🇨🇿 milionáři

🇸🇰 milionári

🇨🇳 百万富翁

🇸🇮 milijonarji

🇮🇸 milljónamenn

🇰🇿 миллионерлер

🇬🇪 მილიონერები

🇦🇿 milyonerlər

🇲🇽 millonarios

Etymology

The term 'millionaire' originated from the French word 'millionnaire', which was derived from 'million', borrowed from Italian 'milione' in the late 15th century. The use of 'millionaire' in English dates back to the early 18th century. It initially described individuals who possessed a million livres, a form of currency used in France, before expanding to include the concept of millionaires in a broader international context. As economies grew and the concept of wealth evolved, the term became synonymous with luxury, financial success, and status. Today, being a millionaire is often considered a benchmark of personal wealth, reflecting not just monetary assets but also a certain lifestyle and influence.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,725, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.