Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
a big fish
idiom
/(ə bɪɡ fɪʃ)/
Definition
A person who has a lot of power or influence, especially in a particular field or community.
Examples
- The CEO of the company is considered a big fish in the tech industry.
- In our small town, she is a big fish in the local art scene.
- He feels like a big fish now that he has won the award.
Meaning
This phrase often refers to someone who is prominent or important within a specific context, suggesting that they are ‘big’ in terms of their importance, status, or resources.
Synonyms
- powerful figure
- influential person
- prominent individual
- big player
