Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
poor
adjective
/pʊr/
Definition
Lacking sufficient money to live at a standard considered comfortable or normal in society.
Examples
- Many families in the region live in poor conditions.
- She felt poor compared to her wealthy friends.
- The charity aims to help poor children receive an education.
Meaning
The term describes a state of having little or no money, resources, or wealth, often resulting in hardship.
Synonyms
- impoverished
- needy
- destitute
- underprivileged
- indigent
