Influential Figures

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun

• The company decided to hire a big name in the industry to lead their marketing team.
• I heard that a big name celebrity will be attending the event next week.
• That new restaurant is run by a big name chef known for their innovative dishes.
• She has become a big name in the art world with her unique style and creativity.

noun a person who talks boastfully or arrogantly

• He was known as a big talker in the business world, always making grand promises he couldn't keep.
• Don't listen to him, he's just a big talker who never follows through on anything.
• That guy is all bark and no bite, a total big talker.
• She may seem like a big talker, but deep down she's just trying to cover up her insecurities.

noun a group of people who are influential or exclusive, often associated with wealth or power

• Only those who are part of the charmed circle are allowed access to the exclusive event.
• You have to be in the charmed circle to get invited to their parties.
• If you're not in the charmed circle, good luck getting any perks.
• She felt like she was on the outside of a charmed circle, never quite fitting in with the popular crowd.

noun an elite group within society, often associated with wealth and privilege

• High society members often attend exclusive events and galas.
• The party was full of high society folks in fancy clothes.
• Those high society people think they're better than everyone else.
• In the world of art, his paintings are considered to be part of high society.

noun A person, place, thing, or idea

adjective Describing word that modifies a noun or pronoun

• The important person arrived at the event surrounded by security.
• I heard that an important person is coming to the party tonight.
• Yo, did you see that important person walk in? They're a big deal.
• In the world of politics, being an important person means having influence and power.

noun a person who inspires or influences others, especially in a particular field

adjective of, relating to, or characteristic of a luminary

• The conference was attended by many industry luminaries.
• She's a real luminary in the world of fashion.
• That rapper is a total luminary in the music scene.
• The lighthouse stood tall like a luminary guiding ships to safety.

adjective A word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun. In this case, 'prominent' describes something that is important, famous, or noticeable.

• The prominent scientist was awarded the Nobel Prize for his groundbreaking research.
• The prominent actor was spotted at the local coffee shop.
• The party was lit with all the prominent influencers in attendance.
• Her smile was the most prominent feature of her face.

noun Rasputin

• Grigori Rasputin was a controversial figure in Russian history.
• Have you heard about that mysterious guy Rasputin?
• Rasputin was one strange dude, man.
• His influence in the royal court was like Rasputin's hold over the Tsarina.

noun a person or thing that is famous and respected for a particular skill or quality

adjective well-known and respected

• The renowned scientist was awarded the Nobel Prize for his groundbreaking research.
• Everyone knows that renowned chef's restaurant is the best in town.
• That renowned singer is totally killing it on stage!
• Her renowned kindness was like a beacon of light in a dark world.

noun a person or thing of the highest quality or rank

adjective of the highest quality or rank; excellent

• The topflight athletes will be competing in the championship event next week.
• I heard that only the topflight teams will be selected for the tournament.
• Those players are topflight, they always bring their A-game.
• Her topflight performance in the meeting impressed everyone in the room.

noun a person or thing that is formidable or impressive

preposition used before 'force' to indicate that it is a force that should be taken seriously or considered

• The new CEO is a force to reckon with in the business world.
• She's definitely a force to reckon with on the basketball court.
• That boxer is a force to reckon with in the ring.
• Her determination and skills make her a force to reckon with in any situation.