General
poor-great
What does poor-great mean?
Describing someone who puts on airs of wealth despite having little. Also 'poor-behind-great'.
"She real poor-great, buying designer bags on credit."
Origin
Bajan; 'poor' + 'great', a pointed social jab.
Frequently asked questions
What does poor-great mean?
It describes someone who puts on airs of being rich and important while actually having little money.
Where does poor-great come from?
It's a Bajan compound of 'poor' and 'great', used as a pointed social jab at people showing off beyond their means.
Is poor-great an insult?
Yes, it's a mocking, critical term aimed at someone seen as pretentious or living beyond their means.
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