adjective

destitute

destitute, penniless, impoverished

The floods left many families destitute.

The floods left many families destitute.

He died destitute and alone.

He died destitute and alone.

((to be)) destitute to be without money, food, or a home The family was left destitute.

Synonyms: impoverished, penniless, needy; Antonyms: wealthy, affluent

From Latin 'destituere' (to abandon), from 'de-' (away) + 'statuere' (to place). Literally 'to set aside'.

Think of being 'de-statue-d' – having your status and possessions removed, leaving you with nothing.

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