The difference between Capitalist and Captain of industry

When used as nouns, capitalist means a person who is a supporter of capitalism, whereas captain of industry means a prominent business person who owns or is the highest-ranking executive of one or more major firms, especially one who has considerable wealth and influence.

Capitalist is also adjective with the meaning: of, or pertaining to, capitalism.

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  1. Capitalist as an adjective:

    Of, or pertaining to, capitalism.

    Examples:

    "capitalist economy''; ''capitalist countries''."

  2. Capitalist as an adjective:

    Supporting or endorsing capitalism.

    Examples:

    "capitalist warriors''."

  1. Capitalist as a noun:

    A person who is a supporter of capitalism.

  2. Capitalist as a noun:

    The owner of a considerable amount of capital; a wealthy person.

  1. Captain of industry as a noun:

    A prominent business person who owns or is the highest-ranking executive of one or more major firms, especially one who has considerable wealth and influence.

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