Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
penurious
adjective
/pəˈnjʊə.ri.əs/
Definition
extremely poor; poverty-stricken.
Examples
- Her penurious lifestyle made it challenging for her to afford even the simplest of meals.
- He grew up in a penurious neighborhood where opportunities were scarce.
- The charity aims to assist penurious families with essential supplies.
Meaning
The term describes someone who is very poor or lacking in resources, often to the extent that they find it difficult to meet basic needs.
Synonyms
- impoverished
- needy
- destitute
- indigent
- poor
