noun
mogul
MOH-gul/ˈməʊɡl/
A wealthy and influential business leader.
The industrial mogul presides over the presentation in a luxurious penthouse office.
Etymology
The word for “Mongol” appeared in “Great Mogul,” a European designation for the Mongol emperor of India. The imperial title became a label for a powerful person, including a wealthy business leader.
In context
the media mogul rupert murdoch's media empire began in australia with one small newspaper he inherited from his father
More examples
- A real estate mogul bought three downtown hotels.
- Tech moguls met with lawmakers to discuss the proposed regulations.
- She became a fashion mogul by turning her small shop into a global brand.
Forms
mogul · moguls
Similar words
- tycoon
- Emphasizes great wealth and success in business.
- magnate
- Often suggests control over a large company or industry.