big wig
Person of influence
A big wig is an important or influential person, especially one with authority in an organization or industry: The big wigs are flying in from headquarters tomorrow.
The term carries a hint of irreverence—acknowledging someone's status while gently mocking the self-importance that often comes with it.
Also spelled bigwig.
- honchoInformal term for leader
- mogulInfluential industry leader
- dignitaryPerson of high rank
- everybody who is anyoneAll influential people collectively
- tycoonDominant industrial leader
mover and shaker · VIP · shot caller · powerbroker · heavyweight · fat cat · kingpin · luminary · notable · personage · courtier · top brass · top dog · magnate · boss man · corner office · influencer · executive