Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
high-muck-a-muck
noun
/haɪ mʌk ə mʌk/
Definition
A person of high rank or importance, often used in a dismissive or humorous context.
Examples
- The high-muck-a-muck at the company called a meeting for all staff.
- She often pretended to be a high-muck-a-muck at parties, while really not holding any notable position.
- In the political realm, the high-muck-a-mucks often make the big decisions that affect everyone.
Meaning
The term ‘high-muck-a-muck’ refers to someone who holds a significant position or has considerable influence, typically in professional or social hierarchies. It is often used to convey a sense of over-importance or pompousness.
Synonyms
- bigwig
- important person
- big shot
- elite
