sponger

[ˈspʌndʒər]

sponger Definition

a person who habitually depends on others for their livelihood, often by offering flattery or doing menial tasks.

Using sponger: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "sponger" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He's a sponger who always asks for money but never pays it back.

  • Example

    She's been living with her parents for years, sponging off them.

  • Example

    The company has too many spongers who don't do any real work.

sponger Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with sponger

  • to depend on someone else for financial support or other resources

    Example

    He's been sponging off his parents for years.

  • a method of washing a person's body using a wet sponge instead of a shower or bath

    Example

    The nurse gave the patient a sponge bath.

  • a light, fluffy cake made with eggs, sugar, and flour, and leavened with baking powder or soda

    Example

    She baked a delicious sponge cake for the party.

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Summary: sponger in Brief

'Sponger' [ˈspʌndʒər] refers to a person who habitually relies on others for their livelihood, often through flattery or menial tasks. It is synonymous with 'freeloader,' 'parasite,' and 'moocher.' The phrase 'sponge off' denotes depending on someone else for financial support or other resources. 'Sponger' is a formal term that describes a negative aspect of human behavior.