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Forbes

Verb / fɔ:rbz / Another word for forbes — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Forbes is a surname of Scottish origin.

Synonyms & similar words

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Common collocations

  • Forbes list
  • Forbes magazine
  • Forbes 30 Under 30
  • Forbes global
  • Forbes richest
  • Forbes wealth
  • Forbes billionaire

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noun Forbes

Usage note

Forbes is a proper noun, referring to the American business magazine and its associated lists of wealthy individuals. It is not typically used as a common noun or in other parts of speech.

Example sentences

  1. Mr. Forbes is our next-door neighbor.
  2. My friend's last name is Forbes.
  3. Forbes is a famous business magazine.
  4. Forbes ranked him as one of the richest people in the world.
  5. The Forbes family owns several successful businesses.

Quotes

  • Success follows doing what you want to do. There is no other way to be successful. – Malcolm Forbes
  • The purpose of education is to replace an empty mind with an open one. – Malcolm Forbes
  • Too many people overvalue what they are not and undervalue what they are. – Malcolm Forbes

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