golden boy
The phrase "golden boy" is often used to describe a young man who has achieved remarkable success and is highly admired, frequently carrying high expectations for his future.
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Definition
B2General
(informal)A young man who has achieved significant success early in life and is highly admired.
Example
- He was the golden boy of the tech industry, starting his own company at the age of 20.
- Everyone in the community saw him as the golden boy, destined for great things.
B2Social
(informal)A young man who is favored and idealized, often seen as a role model or enjoying special privileges.
Example
- As the golden boy of the school, he was expected to lead the sports team to victory.
- Despite his mistakes, he remained the golden boy in his parents' eyes.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "golden boy":
golden girlblue-eyed boybest boygood as goldpretty boylittle boygold medal