Sufferer Definition & Meaning

sufferer
noun
  1. a person suffering from an illness
  2. one who suffers for the sake of principle

"Sufferer" in song lyrics

See how sufferer is used in real songs:

  • "And I dare not be the Christ and I welcome any sufferer"
    Saul Williams — Skin of a Drum
  • "protective headwear for allergy sufferer"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "sufferer"

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