Luminary
A person distinguished for their influence or achievements in a field. The word can also mean a source of light.
Context
When it describes a person, luminary often suggests that their work inspires or guides others. Its literal sense can refer to a bright object such as the sun.
My YouGov membership hub gave me the label “Luminary” under Insights.
Examples
- “After decades of teaching and making films, she became a luminary in animation.”