Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
economically-poor
adjective
/ˌiː.kəˈnɒm.ɪ.kəl.i.pɔːr/
Definition
Describing individuals or communities that have limited financial resources and struggle to meet basic needs due to low income.
Examples
- The economically-poor families in the area often rely on community support for food and clothing.
- Investment in education can help break the cycle of being economically-poor.
- Government programs aim to uplift economically-poor neighborhoods by providing job training and resources.
Meaning
The term refers to those who experience significant challenges in accessing goods, services, or opportunities because of inadequate financial means.
Synonyms
- financially disadvantaged
- impoverished
- low-income
- underprivileged
- needy
