Meaning & Definition of word "Destitute"
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Destitute
/ˈdɛstəˌtjuːt/
adjective:
- 1. Without the basic necessities of life; extremely poor.
- Example: The charity was established to help destitute families in the area.
- 2. Lacking something that is needed or wanted.
- Example: She felt destitute of friendship after moving to the new city.
Etymology
From Latin 'destitutus', past participle of 'destituere', meaning 'to abandon'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
destitute of:
Lacking or devoid of something.
destitute conditions:
Living in extreme poverty and hardship.
Related Words
poverty:
The state of being extremely poor.
impoverished:
Made poor, especially through loss.
indigent:
Lacking the necessities of life.
Slang Meanings of destitute
Meaning: Broke
Example Sentence: I'm totally broke until payday.
Meaning: Flat broke
Example Sentence: I can't go out tonight, I'm flat broke.