Definitions

lazarus

[laz-er-uhs] / ˈlæz ər əs /

NOUN

have-not

Synonyms

STRONG

bankrupt beggar bum dependent down-and-out insolvent mendicant supplicant

WEAK

almsperson destitute down-and-outer homeless person in the gutter indigent poor person unhoused person

NOUN

pauper

Synonyms

STRONG

bankrupt beggar bum dependent down-and-out have-not insolvent mendicant

WEAK

almsperson destitute homeless person in the gutter indigent poor person supplicant unhoused person

Antonyms

WEAK

rich wealthy

Example Sentences

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"The discovery of one lazarus taxon... is an exceptional discovery," said Prof Tim Flannery, a prominent Australian scientist best known for his 2005 The Weather Makers book about climate change.

From BBC • Mar. 6, 2026

Such discoveries are known as "lazarus taxon", a term inspired by a biblical figure who was raised from the dead.

From BBC • Mar. 6, 2026

"Yes, and a lapis lazarus necklace," added Angel, accusingly.

From Explorers of the Dawn by Morley, Christopher

"Wonder if she's askin' him for another lapis lazarus necklace," said Angel, his mouth full of charlotte russe, "she'd better not, 'cos we're all he can afford now."

From Explorers of the Dawn by Morley, Christopher

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