Basic Details
Word: Pauper
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A very poor person who has little to no money.
Synonyms: Beggar, indigent, impoverished person
Antonyms: Wealthy person, millionaire, affluent
Idioms and Phrases
- From rags to riches: Refers to someone who rises from poverty to wealth. Example: "His story of going from rags to riches inspires many young entrepreneurs."
- Pauper's grave: A grave for the poor, often marked simply without any special headstone. Example: "She was laid to rest in a pauper's grave, as she had no family to claim her."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The story follows a pauper who dreams of becoming a great artist despite his difficult life.
Example 2: Many people have great compassion for paupers, hoping to help them find a better life.
Example 3: The town organised a charity event to support paupers and provide them with food and shelter.
Fun Fact
The word "pauper" comes from the Latin word "pauper," which means "poor" or "needy." It has been used in English since the 14th century to describe those lacking wealth.
Famous Quote
"A man is rich in proportion to the number of things he can afford to let alone." - Henry David Thoreau
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "pauper" mean?
a) A wealthy person
b) A very poor person
c) A famous artist
d) A strong animal
Answer: b) A very poor person
2. Which of these is a synonym of "pauper"?
a) Millionaire
b) Beggar
c) Successful
d) Powerful
Answer: b) Beggar
3. Which of the following is an antonym for "pauper"?
a) Wealthy person
b) Indigent
c) Impoverished person
d) Needy child
Answer: a) Wealthy person
4. Which sentence uses "pauper" correctly?
a) The pauper bought a new car.
b) The pauper shared his stories of hardship.
c) The pauper became the richest person in the city.
d) The pauper flew a plane.
Answer: b) The pauper shared his stories of hardship.
5. Which idiom refers to rising from poverty?
a) Pauper's grave
b) From rags to riches
c) Money talks
d) Head in the clouds
Answer: b) From rags to riches
