Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
indigent
adjective
/ˈɪn.dɪ.dʒənt/
Definition
indigent refers to someone who is lacking the basic necessities of life, particularly due to poverty.
Examples
- The charity provides assistance to indigent families in the community.
- During the economic crisis, many people became indigent and struggled to find shelter.
- The lawyer offered his services to indigent defendants who could not afford legal representation.
Meaning
The term describes a state of being impoverished or needy, often implying a significant lack of financial resources.
Synonyms
- needy
- impoverished
- poor
- destitute
- disadvantaged
