penurious
US /pəˈnjʊr.i.ri.əs/
UK /pəˈnjʊr.i.ri.əs/
1.
penurioso, miserável
extremely poor; poverty-stricken
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The penurious family struggled to afford basic necessities.
A família penuriosa lutava para pagar as necessidades básicas.
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Despite his talent, the artist lived a penurious life.
Apesar do seu talento, o artista viveu uma vida penuriosa.
2.
avarento, mesquinho
unwilling to spend money; stingy
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He was so penurious that he refused to turn on the heating even in winter.
Ele era tão penurioso que se recusava a ligar o aquecimento mesmo no inverno.
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Her penurious habits made her unpopular among her friends.
Seus hábitos penuriosos a tornaram impopular entre seus amigos.