poor
0 antonyms and opposites of poor, grouped by meaning.
Adj — Having little money or few possessions.
How to use poor
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old French povre, from Latin pauper — the same root that gives us "pauper."
Full origin of poor →Frequently asked questions
What does “poor” mean?
The word “poor” means having little money or few possessions. In plain terms, lacking money, or lacking quality; also used sympathetically to mean "unfortunate.".
How do you pronounce “poor”?
“Poor” is pronounced puu (/pʊɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “poor” in a sentence?
Here is “poor” used in a sentence: “The charity helps poor families pay for winter heating.”
What part of speech is “poor”?
Depending on how it is used, “poor” can be an adjective and a noun.
Where does the word “poor” come from?
The word “poor” comes from Latin. From Old French povre, from Latin pauper — the same root that gives us "pauper.".
Is “poor” a common word?
“Poor” is a very common word in modern English, usually learned at around the A1 level.
How many meanings does “poor” have?
“Poor” has 4 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: having little money or few possessions.
What is the difference between poor and broke?
Poor suggests a lasting lack of money and possessions, an ongoing condition. Broke is more casual and usually temporary, meaning you have no cash to hand right now, even if you are normally comfortable. A wealthy person can be broke before payday, while a poor person is broke as a way of life.
Does poor always mean lacking money?
No. While its core sense is having little money, poor also describes low quality, as in a poor performance or poor health, and it can express sympathy, as in 'the poor thing'. The exact meaning depends on context, but here it refers specifically to financial hardship.
What is the opposite of poor?
In the money sense, the opposites are rich, wealthy, affluent and well-off, all describing people with plenty of money or possessions. When poor means low quality instead, its opposites shift to good, excellent or superior. The right antonym depends entirely on which meaning you have in mind.