Tycoon
(noun)
A wealthy and powerful businessman or industrialist, especially one with a great deal of control or influence in a particular industry.
Origin:
Mid 19th century: from japanese taikun "great lord", from chinese dà "great" + jūn "prince".
Examples:
- He was a tycoon in the oil industry.
- She was a media tycoon who controlled several newspapers and television stations.
- He was considered a tycoon in the real estate industry.
- The tycoon built his fortune through hard work and determination.
- The tycoon had a reputation for being ruthless in his business dealings.