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(im-pov-er-ished) 4 syllables

Definition

adjective. made poor or lacking resources.

Example Sentence

The potato famine impoverished many people.

More Example Sentences

The impoverished village lacked basic supplies.

Synonyms

poor; destitute; needy

Antonyms

wealthy; rich; affluent

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Rhymes

  • impoverished
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