simon pure
simon pure - The real thing, the genuine article. This expression comes from the name of a character in an early eighteenth-century play, Susannah Centlivre’s A Bold Stroke for a Wife (1710). In it, Simon Pure, a Quaker, is the victim of an impersonation by Colonel Feignwell. However, the Quaker turns up in time and proves that he is “the real Simon Pure” (5:1).
Related and Similar Terms, Phrases, and Expressions
- The real McCoy: The genuine thing or person, as opposed to an imitation.
- True blue: Unwaveringly reliable or genuine, often referring to loyalty.
- Unadulterated: Pure, complete, and not mixed with anything else.
- As advertised: Exactly what it claims to be, no deception involved.
- Authentic: Worthy of acceptance or belief as conforming to or based on fact.
Silly Synonyms
- Genuine article: The bona fide or true thing, akin to Simon Pure.
- Legit: Informal version meaning legitimate or genuine.
- Bonafide: Truly genuine, in good faith without deception.
Opposites Break
- Fake: Not genuine; a copy or imitation.
- Phony: Not real or genuine; fraudulent.
Humor-Spiced Quotes that Check the “Simon Pure” Box
- “Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery that mediocrity can pay to greatness.” — Oscar Wilde
- “Why be anything other than yourself? There are no fakes in your true self-marketplace!” — W. T. Wittywords
- “Be yourself; everyone else is already taken.” — Oscar Wilde (Again!)
Proverbs and Wisdom Bits
- “All that glitters is not gold.” – Not everything that looks precious or true turns out to be so.
- “Actions speak louder than words.” – What someone does is more credible than what they say.
- “The proof of the pudding is in the eating.” – The real value or quality of something can only be judged when it’s put to use.
Can’t Put This Book Down - Recommendations!
- Literature: Authenticity: What Consumers Really Want by James H. Gilmore.
- Songs: “True Colors” by Cyndi Lauper.
- Movies: The Truman Show – an exploration of genuine vs. fake realities.
- Poetry: If by Rudyard Kipling – a masterpiece on integrity and true self.
- Books: The Catcher in the Rye by J.D. Salinger, a quest for authenticity amidst phoniness.
Highlighted Phrase
✨ The real Simon Pure stands the test of scrutiny, revealing authentic treasures under life’s wear and tear!
### Which of these idioms is about being genuine?
- [x] Simon Pure
- [ ] Barking up the wrong tree
- [ ] Needle in a haystack
- [ ] Beat around the bush
> **Explanation:** "Simon Pure" refers to something or someone authentic, while the others have different connotations.
### Which of the idioms is about unreliability or deception?
- [ ] Simon Pure
- [ ] Real McCoy
- [x] Snake in the grass
- [ ] True blue
> **Explanation:** "Snake in the grass" is about deceit and danger lurking in disguise, unlike the others which involve authenticity or reliability.
### What does "real McCoy" mean?
- [ ] A type of dance
- [x] The genuine article
- [ ] A baking recipe
- [ ] A mythological creature
> **Explanation:** "The real McCoy" means the genuine thing or person, proving authenticity just like "Simon Pure."
### True or False: Simon Pure is a character in a Shakespearian play.
- [ ] True
- [x] False
> **Explanation:** False. Simon Pure is from Susannah Centlivre’s *A Bold Stroke for a Wife*, not a work by Shakespeare.
### Who reveals the truth in the play "A Bold Stroke for a Wife"?
- [ ] The impostor
- [ ] Colonel Feignwell
- [x] Simon Pure himself
- [ ] Director of the play
> **Explanation:** Simon Pure himself reveals his authenticity, thus highlighting the phrase "the real Simon Pure."
Inspirational Farewell Thought: 🌟 “In a world full of fakes, be a Simon Pure, sparkling in authenticity.” — Q. P. Quirk
