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Meaning of the word destitute in English

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destitute

US /ˈdes.tə.tuːt/
UK /ˈdes.tə.tuːt/
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Adjective

1.

without money, food, a home, or possessions

Example:
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The war left thousands of people destitute.
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He died destitute and alone.
Synonym:
impoverishedpennilessindigentneedypoor
2.

lacking something essential

Example:
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The region is destitute of natural resources.
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His argument was destitute of any real evidence.
Synonym:
devoidbereftlackingwantingempty
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