Poverty
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈpɒvəti/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Poverty is a noun meaning The quality or state of being poor; lack of money.
Meaning
The quality or state of being poor; lack of money.
More Meanings
- A deficiency of something needed or desired
Example Sentences
poverty of soil
get into poverty
poverty of spirit
get out of poverty
Word Forms
- poverties
Synonyms for poverty
Depending on context, synonyms include beggary, brokeness, destitution, impecuniosity, impecuniousness, indigence.
Antonyms for poverty
Common opposites include abundance, decadence, luxury, riches, richness, wealth.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include poorness, impoverishment, indigence, penury, impoverished, poor.
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