🐱 Fat Cat
A wealthy individual. This rhyming term, originating in America around 1920, once had a more specific meaning related to politics. Initially, it referred to wealthy donors who made large contributions to political parties or campaigns. Over time, it broadened to encompass any wealthy person and any individual who has become lazy or smug due to material assets. For example, the Saturday Review of Literature in 1949 mentioned “Hollywood celebrities, literary fat cats.” More recently, the New York Times headlined a column “In the New Populism Add the Government to the List of ‘Fat Cats’” (June 17, 2010).
Related Terms and Similars
- Deep Pockets: Someone with a lot of money.
- Loaded: Super rich.
- Well-heeled: Financially well-off.
- Top Dog: Leader in a particular field.
Synonyms
- Affluent
- Wealthy
- Prospering
- Flush
Antonyms
- Pauper
- Destitute
- Needy
- Penniless
Humor-filled Quotes
“I’m not making this up. Politics these days is not a quest for the grail, it is a pilgrimage to fat cat fundraisers.” – Christopher Buckley 🍸
Proverbs
“Money can’t buy happiness, but it can buy a better way to be unhappy.” – Marilyn Monroe 🎬
Literature and Media Recommendations
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Books:
- “The Great Gatsby” by F. Scott Fitzgerald 📚
- “Rich Dad Poor Dad” by Robert T. Kiyosaki 💼
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Songs:
- “Rich Girl” by Hall & Oates
- “Money for Nothing” by Dire Straits 🎸
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Movies:
- “The Wolf of Wall Street” 🐺
- “The Social Network” 📱
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Poetry:
- “Mending Wall” by Robert Frost, exploring social issues subtly tied to wealth and boundaries.
Intriguing and Engaging Quizzes
Remember, wealth is not just about material possessions but how richly one invests in kindness, generosity, and relationships. 🕊️
Explore more and stay curious,
Yours truly,
Pricilla McSilver
