millionaire

/ˌmɪl.i.əˈnɛə(ɹ)/

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Also seen as: millionaires

Meaning · English

Somebody whose wealth is at least one million (10⁶) currency units (usually understood to exclude holders of hyperinflated currencies).

Noun

Examples

Those people who eventually become millionaires typically don't get there through sheer luck or by making one life-changing investment. […] While starting early can increase your likelihood of attaining millionaire status, the investments you choose play an equally important role.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “millionaire” mean?

Somebody whose wealth is at least one million (10⁶) currency units (usually understood to exclude holders of hyperinflated currencies).

Is “millionaire” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.