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Meaning of vagrant
A person who has no fixed home or regular means of support.
Etymology of vagrant
The word "vagrant" comes from the Latin "vagari," which means "to wander" or "to roam."
Historically, the term was used to describe people who were considered idle, dissolute, or without a fixed abode, and was often associated with negative connotations.
Synonyms
vagabond
tramp
hobo
bum
panhandler
beggar
mendicant
wanderer
nomad
drifter
itinerant
homeless
destitute
impoverished
penniless
indigent
down-and-out
outcast
pariah
recluse
hermit
stray
refugee
migrant
transient
floater
loafer
idler
ne'er-do-well
good-for-nothing
layabout
sponger
scrounger
freeloader
Definitions
- A person without a fixed home or regular means of support, who wanders from place to place.
- * A person who is idle and disinclined to work, often relying on others for support.
Usage Examples
- The city has a large population of vagrants who live on the streets and rely on charity for survival.
- * The police officer arrested the vagrant for loitering and disorderly conduct.
Antonyms
resident
homeowner
citizen
taxpayer
worker
employee
professional
specialist
expert
settled
established
respected
reputable
law-abiding
responsible
dependable
trustworthy
stable
secure
prosperous
affluent
wealthy
successful