beggarlike

/ˈbɛɡərlaɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

resembling a beggar in appearance or condition

“Many beggarlike people were seen on the streets during the economic crisis.”

2. adverb

in a manner typical of a beggar

“He wandered around, beggarlike, asking for spare change.”

Synonyms

  • beggardy
  • mendicant

Antonyms

  • affluent
  • wealthy