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big shot
nounmasculineinformaluncommon/fiɡuˈɾɐ̃ũ/fi·gu·rão
Definition
1An individual who stands out due to their importance, influence, or appearance, often with a connotation of ostentation or pretension.
Usage examples
“At the party, all the big shots were at the main table.”
“He acts like a big shot, but he has no real authority.”
Common combinations
society big shotlocal big shotact like a big shot