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destitute

/dɪˈstɪtjuːt/ adjective · British & US
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What does destitute mean?

adjective

Lacking the basic necessities of life, such as food, clothing, and shelter; extremely poor.

Example

"The homeless shelter was a lifeline for the destitute families in the city."

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