a person of exceptional importance and reputation
"The museum dedicated an entire wing to honor her as a titan in the field of modern physics."
(Greek mythology) any of the primordial giant gods who ruled the Earth until overthrown by Zeus; the Titans were offspring of Uranus (Heaven) and Gaea (Earth)
"In Greek mythology, Cronos was a titan who challenged his father Uranus before being defeated by Zeus."
the largest of the satellites of Saturn; has a hazy nitrogen atmosphere
"Titan is the largest satellite of Saturn, shrouded in a thick, hazy nitrogen atmosphere that hides its surface from view."
Something or someone of very large stature, greatness, or godliness.
"The Titans were cast into Tartarus after Zeus and the other Olympians defeated them in a great war."
Any of the race of giant gods in Greek mythology that preceded and was overthrown by the Olympian gods.
In plain English: A titan is someone who is extremely powerful, strong, or important compared to everyone else.
"The steel company is considered an economic titan in this region."
Usage: Use "titan" to describe an exceptionally powerful person or entity that rivals the strength and influence of ancient Greek gods. This term often applies metaphorically to major corporations or historical figures rather than literal deities in modern contexts.
Another name for Helios, a personification of the Sun.
"In some ancient Greek myths, the blazing titan is another name for Helios, who drives his chariot across the sky to bring daylight to the world."
The word titan comes from Ancient Greek Titán and originally referred to a powerful giant or deity of the Titans. It entered English with this same meaning to describe someone who is exceptionally strong or mighty.