Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
poobah
noun
/ˈpuːbɑː/
Definition
A person holding a high office or position of power, often characterized by a sense of pomp and self-importance.
Examples
- Despite his title, he was just a poobah in a small organization.
- The committee was filled with poobahs who took their roles a bit too seriously.
- She referred to him as the poobah of the social club, joking about his inflated sense of importance.
Meaning
The term ‘poobah’ refers to someone who has a lot of authority or influence in a particular context, often in a comical or exaggerated manner.
Synonyms
- bigwig
- high-up
- big shot
- authority
