penurious (C1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /pəˈnjʊəriəs/

Definition

Extremely poor; lacking sufficient means for survival.

Examples

• The charity provides aid to penurious families in the region.

• He lived a penurious existence, often relying on the kindness of strangers.

• Despite his penurious background, he was determined to get an education.

Synonyms of penurious

Words with a similar meaning to penurious:

• poor
• needy
• impoverished
• destitute

Antonyms of penurious

Words with the opposite meaning to penurious:

• wealthy
• affluent
• prosperous

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