destitute

Meanings

• adjective

  Lacking having or providing enough money for basic necessities.

  - "Millions of people around the world are destitute and struggle to survive each day."
  - "The destitute population relies on charity for food and shelter."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈdɛstɪtjuːt/
   
   
   
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2. /ˈdɛstɪtuːt/
   
   
   
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3. /ˈdɛstɪtjuːt/
   
   
   
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4. /ˈdɛstɪtuːt/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with destitute
depute , repute , deplute , depute you , deputed to , reputed to

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Variants

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destitute , destituteness , destitutenesses , the destitute

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Etymology

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From the Latin 'destituere', meaning 'to deprive, to make empty'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'destitute' was first used in English literature in the 15th century.

2. In some countries, the term 'destitute' is used interchangeably with the term 'homeless'.

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Related Concepts

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1. poverty: Destitution is a severe form of poverty, where individuals or communities lack the most basic necessities for survival.

2. homelessness: Destitute individuals may become homeless if they are unable to afford housing or shelter.

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Culture

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The term 'destitute' is often used to describe individuals or communities who lack basic necessities such as food, shelter, and clothing. It is a common theme in literature, particularly in works that explore social issues and poverty. For example, Charles Dickens' 'Oliver Twist' and 'David Copperfield' both depict the struggles and hardships of destitute children.

How to Memorize "destitute"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person or community living in extreme poverty, with little to no access to food, shelter, or clothing.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'destitute' with images of hunger, homelessness, and despair.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the acronym D-E-S-T-I-T-U-T-E: Destitute, Extremely Struggling To survive, In Terrible conditions, Unable to afford, Terrible hardships, Extremely vulnerable, Needs help

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