Meaning of the word impoverish in English
What does impoverish mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
impoverish
US /ɪmˈpɑː.vɚ.ɪʃ/
UK /ɪmˈpɒv.ər.ɪʃ/
Verb
1.
to make a person or area poor
Example:
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The long-term civil war has impoverished the entire nation.
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Heavy taxes impoverish the middle class.
2.
to exhaust the strength or fertility of something, such as soil or quality
Example:
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Intensive farming can impoverish the soil over time.
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The constant use of jargon tends to impoverish the language.
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