Great Depression Terminology

noun A homeless person, typically one who travels from place to place in search of work or opportunities.

• The hobo wandered the streets looking for a warm place to sleep.
• I saw a hobo digging through the trash for food.
• That hobo is always hopping trains to get around.
• In the world of finance, a hobo is someone who is reckless with their money.

noun a word that refers to a person, place, thing, event, substance, or quality (e.g. Deal)

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun (e.g. New)

article a word that is used with a noun to specify grammatical definiteness of the noun (e.g. the)

• The New Deal was a series of programs and policies implemented by President Franklin D. Roosevelt during the Great Depression.
• The New Deal really helped to improve the economy during a tough time.
• The New Deal was like a game changer for the country back in the day.
• The New Deal was a beacon of hope during a dark period in American history.

adjective relating to or characteristic of Theodore or Franklin D. Roosevelt, former presidents of the United States

• The diplomat's Rooseveltian approach to foreign policy emphasized diplomacy and negotiation.
• She has a Rooseveltian charm that captivates everyone she meets.
• His Rooseveltian swagger made him the life of the party.
• The CEO's leadership style was described as Rooseveltian, commanding respect and authority.