industrialist

noun

in·​dus·​tri·​al·​ist in-ˈdə-strē-ə-list 

: one owning or engaged in the management of an industry : manufacturer

Examples of industrialist in a Sentence

a meeting of industrialists to discuss environmental issues

Recent Examples on the Web

The house was built in the Second Empire style favored by industrialists at the time. — Nicholas Derenzo, Travel + Leisure, 25 Aug. 2026

Like many coastal hot spots, Paraggi began as a modest fishing village, but in the early twentieth century Italian and other European industrialists began buying historic properties in the area and coming to the beach for summer holidays. — Catherine Sabino, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026

The great technological leaps in American history have often featured influential industrialists who step forward as vanguards, leading the way to a better tomorrow while emerging as major players in extreme endeavors. — Jeff Spry, Space.com, 3 Aug. 2026

Aliko Dangote wants to be remembered for being more than an industrialist. — Sydney Lake, Fortune, 30 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1839, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

industrialist

noun

in·​dus·​tri·​al·​ist in-ˈdəs-trē-ə-ləst 

: an owner or manager of an industry : manufacturer