Cowell

American  

[kou-uhl] / ˈkaʊ əl /

noun

1. Henry (Dixon), 1897–1965, U.S. composer.

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Cowell British  

/ ˈkaʃuəl /

noun

1. Simon . born 1959, British manager of pop groups and TV personality, best known as an outspoken judge on the TV talent contests Pop Idol (2001–04), The X Factor (from 2004), and Britain's Got Talent (from 2007)

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Example Sentences

Judge Simon Cowell said he had questioned their decision to perform an original song but told them "it paid off", calling it "absolutely stunning", "heartfelt" and "joyous".

From BBC • May 31, 2026

He adopted classical music’s neglected outsiders and especially such key West Coast “mavericks” as Lou Harrison and Henry Cowell.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026

Initially, that was the responsibility of Andy Cowell, in his role as team principal and chief executive officer.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

Andy Cowell is highly regarded; his recruitment made sense.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

So Cowell went on to extend his definition of evidence: in a trial, he says, the accused is called on to testify.

From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton