Impoverished
Pronunciation: /ˌɪmˈpɑːvrɪʃt/
Impoverished (adjective)
- Having little money or resources; very poor.
- Lacking in quality, richness, or strength.
Examples
- The community was impoverished and struggled to access basic needs.
- Impoverished families often face challenges in education and healthcare.
Common collocations: impoverished area, impoverished community, impoverished family, impoverished imagination, impoverished content