impoverished

Definitions

Reduced to a state of poverty; extremely poor.

Depleted of strength, vitality, or natural resources.

Examples

The charity organization works tirelessly to provide food and medical supplies to impoverished communities.

Years of economic instability have left many families in the region feeling completely impoverished.

The author vividly described the struggles of the impoverished villagers living on the outskirts of the city.

Synonyms

destitute indigent penniless needy bankrupt insolvent penurious

Antonyms

wealthy affluent prosperous rich opulent thriving flourishing