filthy rich
Very rich (wealthy).
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“That actor is absolutely filthy rich.”
“He bought a private island because he is filthy rich and loves luxury.”
“Despite being born into a family that was filthy rich, she chose to work a modest job to find her own purpose.”
From filthy lucre.
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eat the rich
An expression of contempt towards capitalism and the rich, demanding an equitable redistribution of wealth.
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filthy lucre
Money, especially if obtained dishonestly.
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nigger rich
Living ostentatiously; spending money recklessly, especially a limited supply of money.
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poor little rich boy
An unhappy young man from a wealthy background.
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poor little rich girl
An unhappy young woman from a wealthy background.
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rich bitch
A person of any gender who combines affluence with abusive or entitled behavior.
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strike it rich
To become rich suddenly and unexpectedly.
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too rich for one's blood
Too expensive or fancy to suit one's taste or preferences.
Last updated August 10, 2026