penury (C2)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈpɛnjʊri/
Definition
The state of being extremely poor; destitution.
Examples
Many people in the developing world live in conditions of abject penury.
Despite his former wealth, he died in penury, having gambled away his entire fortune.
The charity works to alleviate penury and provide basic necessities to those in need.
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