Pelf

Pronunciation: /pɛlf/

Definitions of pelf

noun wealth or riches, especially when regarded with contempt or acquired dishonestly

Example Sentences

A1 She saved up all her pelf to buy a new dress.

A2 The thief was caught stealing pelf from the store.

B1 Some people are willing to do anything for the sake of pelf.

B2 The businessman amassed great pelf through his successful investments.

C1 The corrupt politician was found guilty of embezzling public pelf.

C2 The author's novel explored the themes of power, greed, and pelf.

Examples of pelf in a Sentence

formal The businessman was accused of embezzling company funds for his own pelf.

informal She's always looking for ways to increase her pelf.

slang I heard he's involved in some shady dealings to boost his pelf.

figurative His obsession with pelf has blinded him to the true value of life.

Grammatical Forms of pelf

• past tense: pelfed
• plural: pelfs
• comparative: more pelf
• superlative: most pelf
• present tense: pelf
• future tense: will pelf
• perfect tense: have pelfed
• continuous tense: is pelfing
• singular: pelf
• positive degree: pelf
• infinitive: to pelf
• gerund: pelfing
• participle: pelfed

Origin and Evolution of pelf

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English, Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'pelf' originated from Middle English, derived from Old French 'pelfre' meaning booty or spoils of war.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'pelf' shifted from referring to spoils of war to wealth acquired through dishonest or immoral means. It is now commonly used to describe ill-gotten gains or material wealth, especially when obtained through greed or corruption.