Midas touch

noun

1. the ability to turn any business venture one is associated with into an extremely profitable one.

Word History and Origins

Origin of Midas touch¹

First recorded in 1880–85; Midas

When To Use

What does Midas touch mean?

Midas touch is the ability to turn any business into a profitable one, as in The CEO had the Midas touch, managing to turn the business into a highly successful company. A person who always seems to be able to make anything into a success is said to have the Midas touch, as in Kathy must have the Midas touch because her team wins every game she plays in. The phrase is almost always meant as glowing praise or a big compliment.Example: Jake would need the Midas touch to turn the failing business into a success.