Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
down-and-out
Adjective
/ˌdaʊn.ənˈaʊt/
Definition
Someone who is down-and-out is in a very poor state, often without money, a job, or a home.
Examples
- After losing his job, he found himself down-and-out and living on the streets.
- The charity focuses on helping down-and-out individuals to regain their footing.
- She spent a night in the shelter to understand the struggles of the down-and-out in her city.
Meaning
The term describes a person who is struggling significantly in life, often facing hardships and lack of resources.
Synonyms
- destitute
- impoverished
- needy
- downcast
- poverty-stricken
