What does sufferer mean?
Sufferer means One who suffers; one who is afflicted..
Sufferer
Pronunciation varies by accent · noun
Meaning
One who suffers; one who is afflicted..
Definitions by Sense
- One who suffers; one who is afflicted.
- (UK, slang, obsolete) A tailor.
Example Sentences
All the main-line railways, as well as London Transport, were affected by flying-bomb damage, but naturally the Southern Railway was the principal sufferer for geographical reasons, and the L.N.E.R. came next with the damage it sustained in the Stratford area.
From a creditor, being a "victim," "schneider," "sufferer," or "tailor," to one who sets off his wares by wearing the same, being consequently a debtor. HONOURED SIR,— I can scarcely express my delight at your kind compliments as to the fit and patterns […]
Synonyms for sufferer
Antonyms for sufferer
Related Words
Word Forms
- sufferers
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for sufferer?
Common synonyms include martyr, diseased person, sick person.
What is the opposite of sufferer?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use sufferer in a sentence?
All the main-line railways, as well as London Transport, were affected by flying-bomb damage, but naturally the Southern Railway was the principal sufferer for geographical reasons, and the L.N.E.R. came next with the damage it sustained in the Stratford area.
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