Millionnaire: meaning, definitions and examples
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millionnaire
[ mɪl.jəˌnɛr ]
wealthy person
A millionaire is an individual whose net worth or wealth is equal to or exceeds one million units of currency. Millionaires are often viewed as successful due to their ability to accumulate significant financial assets. The term can apply to various currencies, including dollars, euros, and pounds.
Synonyms
affluent individual, magnate, tycoon, wealthy person
Examples of usage
- Since he became a millionaire, he has invested in several businesses.
- She dreamed of being a millionaire by the age of 30.
- Many millionaires prefer to keep a low profile.
- The millionaire philanthropist donated a large sum to charity.
Translations
Translations of the word "millionnaire" in other languages:
🇵🇹 milionário
🇮🇳 करोड़पति
🇩🇪 Millionär
🇮🇩 jutawan
🇺🇦 мільйонер
🇵🇱 milioner
🇯🇵 ミリオネア
🇫🇷 millionnaire
🇪🇸 millonario
🇹🇷 milyoner
🇰🇷 백만장자
🇸🇦 مليونير
🇨🇿 milionář
🇸🇰 milionár
🇨🇳 百万富翁
🇸🇮 milijonar
🇮🇸 milljónamæringur
🇰🇿 миллионер
🇬🇪 მილიონერი
🇦🇿 milyoner
🇲🇽 millonario
Etymology
The term 'millionaire' originated in the 18th century, derived from the word 'million,' which comes from the Latin 'mille' meaning 'thousand'—thus a 'million' equates to a thousand thousands. The earliest recorded use of 'millionnaire' in English was around 1719, referring to someone who possessed an amount equivalent to a million currency units. The idea of wealth was further popularized in novels and economic writings throughout the 19th century, often portraying millionaires as symbols of success and the entrepreneurial spirit. This period saw the emergence of many individuals who acquired their fortunes through industry, trade, and investment, solidifying the concept of the millionaire in the public consciousness.