Entrepreneur

Definition

Entrepreneur refers to an individual who creates, organizes, and manages a business venture, taking on financial risks in the hope of making a profit. Entrepreneurs are often characterized by their innovation, leadership, and willingness to take risks.

Parts of Speech

• Noun

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˌɒntrəprəˈnɜr/
• Respelling: AHN-truh-pruh-NUR

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˌɒntrəprəˈnɜːr/
• Respelling: AHN-truh-pruh-NUR

The pronunciation of "entrepreneur" is consistent in both American and British English, with emphasis on the final syllable.

Etymology

The word "entrepreneur" comes from the French word "entrepreneur," which is derived from "entreprendre," meaning "to undertake." The term originally referred to someone who undertakes a task, particularly in business or commerce, and entered the English language in the early 19th century.

Derivatives

• Entrepreneurial (adjective)
• Entrepreneurship (noun)
• Intrapreneur (noun)
• Technopreneur (noun)
• Agropreneur (noun)

Synonyms

• Businessperson
• Innovator
• Founder

Antonyms

• Employee
• Follower
• Manager (in the context of managing an existing business rather than creating one)

Usage

The word "entrepreneur" is commonly used in the context of business and economics to describe individuals who start and run their own businesses. It is often associated with innovation, risk-taking, and leadership, and can be used to describe individuals in various industries, from technology to agriculture.

Related Terms

• Startup: A newly established business, often associated with innovation and high growth potential.
• Venture Capital: Financial investment in a new or growing business, often provided to entrepreneurs.
• Small Business: An independently owned and operated company, often with a smaller market share and revenue compared to larger corporations.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• An individual who creates and manages a business venture: Refers to someone who starts and operates their own business, taking on financial risks in the hope of making a profit.
  • Example: "As an entrepreneur, she founded her own tech startup."
• A person who organizes and operates a business or businesses: Refers to someone who takes on the responsibilities of managing and growing a business.
  • Example: "The entrepreneur expanded his company into multiple markets."