Grandee

usgb/ɡrænˈdiː/
noun

A person of high rank, importance or influence, especially in politics or business.

The political grandee had a lot of influence in the decision-making process.
Visual representation of "grandee" - A person of high rank, importance or influence, especially in politics or business.

Often appears as...

  • political grandee
  • business grandee
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Modern Usage

Used metaphorically in modern contexts to denote someone influential, not necessarily nobility.

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In the tech world, he's considered a grandee for his pioneering work.
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Figurative Influence

Often suggests respect due to the person's experience or contributions in a specific field.

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At the convention, the grandee of science fiction authors was given the highest award.
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Not Royalty

'Grandee' doesn't mean royalty but is still a mark of high status or accomplishment.

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The industry grandee was invited to advise the government on trade policies.
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