nabob

A governor in India under the Mughal Empire.

A person of wealth and prominence.

A viceroy or governor of a province in India under the Mogul empire: as, the nabob of Oudh; the nabob of Surat. The nabob was, properly speaking, a subordinate provincial governor, who acted under a soubah or viceroy.

An honorary title occasionally conferred upon Mohammedans of distinction.

An Anglo-Indian who has acquired great wealth and lives in Eastern luxury; hence, any very rich and luxurious man.

A deputy or viceroy in India; a governor of a province of the ancient Mogul empire.

One who returns to Europe from the East with immense riches: hence, any man of great wealth.

An Indian ruler within the Mogul empire; a nawab.

Someone of great wealth or importance.

A person with a grandiose style or manner.