Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pauper
noun
/ˈpɔːpər/
Definition
A pauper is a very poor person who has no money to support themselves.
Examples
- In the 19th century, many paupers lived in workhouses.
- The charity was established to help paupers gain access to food and shelter.
Meaning
The term ‘pauper’ is often used to describe someone living in severe poverty, relying on charity or assistance from others for their basic needs.
Synonyms
- beggar
- destitute
- needy
- impoverished
- indigent
