almighty dollar

noun

1. money regarded as a major goal in life or as the basis of power:

   Love of the almighty dollar has ruined many people.

Word History and Origins

Origin of almighty dollar¹

An Americanism dating back to 1830–40

Related Words

• bill
• capital
• cash
• check
• fund
• pay
• payment
• property
• salary
• wage
• wealth