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filthy rich

idiom
Meaning

Very rich (wealthy).


Origin

disputed origin

From filthy lucre.

Examples
SIMPLE

That actor is absolutely filthy rich.

CONTEXTUAL

He bought a private island because he is filthy rich and loves luxury.

COMPLEX

Despite being born into a family that was filthy rich, she chose to work a modest job to find her own purpose.

Anchors to
Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    eat the rich

    An expression of contempt towards capitalism and the rich, demanding an equitable redistribution of wealth.

  2. 02

    filthy lucre

    Money, especially if obtained dishonestly.

  3. 03

    nigger rich

    Living ostentatiously; spending money recklessly, especially a limited supply of money.

  4. 04

    poor little rich boy

    An unhappy young man from a wealthy background.

  5. 05

    poor little rich girl

    An unhappy young woman from a wealthy background.

  6. 06

    rich bitch

    A person of any gender who combines affluence with abusive or entitled behavior.

  7. 07

    strike it rich

    To become rich suddenly and unexpectedly.

  8. 08

    too rich for one's blood

    Too expensive or fancy to suit one's taste or preferences.

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