name to conjure with
Powerful reputation holder
A name to conjure with is a name that commands respect, influence, or power—someone whose reputation carries weight.
The phrase evokes the old belief that speaking certain names could summon spirits or work magic: In Silicon Valley, her name is one to conjure with.
Sometimes used ironically for names that impress only certain circles.
- luminaryInspiring figure or celestial body
- legendUnverified traditional tale
- heavy hitterInfluential, powerful person
- hallmarkDistinguishing characteristic or mark
- flagshipCommander's principal vessel
magic word · emblem · trailblazer · icon · rising star · talisman · archetype · standard-bearer · standard bearer · titan · top dog · avatar · leader · leading light · founder · maestro · old master · visionary
name to conjure withnobody
Inconsequential person
nonentity · small fry · lightweight · nobody special · cipher
name to conjure withJohn Doe
Placeholder for unidentified males
Jane Doe · man in the street · average Joe · unknown · obscurity
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