Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
poor-joe
noun
/pʊr dʒoʊ/
Definition
A person who is in a difficult or unhappy situation, often used to evoke sympathy.
Examples
- After losing his job, he felt like a poor-joe, struggling to make ends meet.
- Everyone saw him as a poor-joe after his unfortunate breakup with her.
Meaning
The term ‘poor-joe’ refers to someone who is perceived to be unfortunate or suffering from hardship. It can also imply a sense of pity for the individual’s circumstances.
Synonyms
- unfortunate
- wretched
- downtrodden
- miserable
