capitalist

[ kap-i-tl-ist ]

noun

1. a person who has capital, especially extensive capital, invested in business enterprises.
2. an advocate of capitalism.
3. a very wealthy person.

capitalist

/ ˈkæpɪtəlɪst /

noun

1. a person who owns capital, esp capital invested in a business
2. politics a supporter of capitalism
3. informal.
   a rich person

adjective

1. of or relating to capital, capitalists, or capitalism

Derived Forms

• ˌcapitalˈistic, adjective

Other Words From

• anti·capi·tal·ist noun adjective
• non·capi·tal·ist noun
• pre·capi·tal·ist noun adjective
• pro·capi·tal·ist noun adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of capitalist¹

First recorded in 1785–95; capital ¹ + -ist

Example Sentences

He has explained his support for the president-elect by describing himself as a "strong capitalist" and saying Trump has a "competitive growth model".

From BBC

“Money” Mayweather, always the capitalist, seized on the opportunity to make lucrative paydays by exploiting the racism that fueled the desire for his downfall.

From Salon

Tetraeder’s X account describes him as “Global Tetrahedron CEO, chairman, media proprietor, entrepreneur, human trafficker, thought leader, and venture capitalist.”

From Los Angeles Times

The Western figures intent on racking up trading victories are hilariously sent up in “Please Hello,” a Gilbert and Sullivan inspired number that nonetheless maintains the Japanese point of view on these bullying capitalists.

From Los Angeles Times

The 2024 U.S. presidential election has been a wild ride, highlighting a divide between venture capitalists and tech executives — some of whom spent millions of dollars backing Trump while others poured money into Harris’ campaign.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• banker
• entrepreneur
• financier