Meaning of the word insolvent in English

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insolvent

US /ɪnˈsɑːl.vənt/
UK /ɪnˈsɒl.vənt/
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Adjective

unable to pay debts owed

Example:
The company was declared insolvent after failing to meet its financial obligations.
Many small businesses became insolvent during the economic downturn.
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