Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
indigente
noun
/ɪnˈdɪdʒ.ənt/
Definition
A person who is impoverished and lacks the basic necessities of life.
Examples
- The indigente wanderer sought shelter from the storm.
- Local charities often provide assistance to indigent families.
- Efforts to support indigent populations are crucial for community well-being.
Meaning
Referring to an individual or group that is destitute or in a state of extreme poverty, often needing assistance from others or the community.
Synonyms
- destitute
- impoverished
- needy
- poor
- deprived