big shot
A person with a reputation of importance or power.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“He acts like a big shot at every meeting.”
“She became a big shot in the company after just five years.”
“The young entrepreneur, now a big shot in the tech industry, still remembered his humble beginnings.”
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big boy
A large object or person.
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big boys
The people or bodies with the most influence and/or power.
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big break
A breakthrough, especially the first big hit of a previously unknown performer or performers in the entertainment industry.
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big bucks
Lots of money.
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big cheese
A very important figure, especially a high-ranking person in an organization.
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big deal
Something very important or difficult; a matter of great concern; a considerable feat or achievement.
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big dick energy
Unassuming self-confidence.
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big end of town
The top end of town.
Last updated August 10, 2026