Abraham-Man

C2 16+

Pronunciation: /ˈeɪ.brəˌhæm-mæn/

Definitions of abraham-man

noun A professional impostor of lunacy

Example Sentences

A1 The abraham-man wandered the streets aimlessly, muttering to himself.

A2 The abraham-man was known in the village for his strange behavior and tattered clothes.

B1 The abraham-man was believed to have once been a successful businessman before he lost everything.

B2 The abraham-man's erratic behavior often caused concern among the townspeople.

C1 The abraham-man's presence in the neighborhood was a constant reminder of the fragility of mental health.

C2 The abraham-man's tragic story served as a cautionary tale for those who knew him.

Examples of abraham-man in a Sentence

formal The abraham-man was arrested for attempting to pickpocket in the crowded market.

informal Did you hear about the abraham-man who got caught stealing from the store?

slang That abraham-man is always up to no good.

figurative He felt like an abraham-man, trying to blend in with the crowd but standing out like a sore thumb.

Grammatical Forms of abraham-man

past tense

abraham-manned

plural

abraham-men

comparative

more abraham-man

superlative

most abraham-man

present tense

abraham-man

future tense

will abraham-man

perfect tense

has abraham-manned

continuous tense

is abraham-manning

singular

abraham-man

positive degree

abraham-man

infinitive

to abraham-man

gerund

abraham-manning

participle

abraham-manned

Origin and Evolution of abraham-man

First Known Use: 1560 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The term 'abraham-man' originated from the belief that individuals feigned madness to gain alms or sympathy, referencing the biblical figure Abraham who was considered a beggar.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the term 'abraham-man' evolved to refer to a cheat or imposter, and eventually became obsolete in modern language.