rags-to-riches



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rags-to-riches

adjective (used before a noun) Characterized by a rise from poverty to great or exceptional wealth. My uncle's is a true rags-to-riches story: he grew up without a penny, but through sheer determination, he founded his own company and is now one of the wealthiest men in the state.

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Vladimirvlah-DEE-meer (Russian), VLAH-dee-meer (Croatian)Russian, Serbian, Croatian, Bulgarian, Macedonian, Slovene, Medieval Slavic
BernyBUR-neeEnglish
Lara (2)-Roman Mythology
JaniYAH-nee (Finnish)Finnish, Hungarian
ReynardRAY-nahrd, REN-ərdEnglish (Rare)
Baudelio-Spanish