destituteness

noun

Definition of destitutenessnext
as in poverty
the state of lacking sufficient money or material possessions the appalling destituteness of the people in that underdeveloped country

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  1. poverty
  2. misery
  3. necessity
Noun
  • In recent years, Puerto Rico has faced the aftermath of Hurricane Maria, earthquakes, ongoing power grid failures, one of the highest poverty rates in the US, and an economic crisis.
    Lola Mendez, Architectural Digest, 15 Jan. 2025
  • In no state do TANF benefits reach even 60% of the poverty level for a family of three.
    Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 15 Jan. 2025
Definition of poverty
Noun
  • Middleton put the possession out of its misery with what turned into a decent look on an off-the-bounce midrange jumper, but the entire possession lacked purpose.
    Eric Nehm, The Athletic, 7 Jan. 2025
  • Carter’s true legacy is one of economic misery at home and embarrassment on the world stage.
    Philip Klein, National Review, 29 Dec. 2024
Definition of misery
Noun
  • If your phone is your lifeline while solo traveling, then a portable charger is an absolute necessity.
    Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 12 Jan. 2025
  • Hector Guzman said residents can go to any of seven checkpoints between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. and can be escorted to retrieve necessities.
    Connor Sheets, Los Angeles Times, 11 Jan. 2025
Definition of necessity
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