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destitution

/dɛstɪˈtjuːʃən/

Meanings
  • noun

    The state of being utterly destitute; poverty in the most extreme conditions.

    - "Millions of people around the world live in destitution."
    - "The destitution of the refugees was heartbreaking to see."
    - "The government's policies exacerbated the destitution of the poor."

Pronunciation
  1. /dɛstɪˈtjuːʃən/



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Rhymes
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utility , paucity , penury , plenitude , prosperity
Variants
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destitution , destitutions
Etymology
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From the Latin 'destituere,' meaning 'to deprive or strip,' from 'de-' 'away' + 'stare' 'to stand.'


Trivia
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  1. Destitution is not the same as poverty; poverty refers to a lack of resources or opportunities, while destitution refers to a state of extreme poverty.

  2. The term 'destitution' is often used in legal contexts to describe the condition of people seeking asylum or refugee status.

  3. Destitution is a common theme in many works of literature, including Dickens' 'Oliver Twist' and Zola's 'Germinal.'


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  1. poverty: Destitution is a severe form of poverty, characterized by extreme lack of resources and basic necessities.

  2. homelessness: Destitution often leads to homelessness, as people are unable to afford housing or basic necessities.


Culture
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Destitution has been a recurring theme in literature, particularly in works dealing with poverty and social issues. It has also been depicted in art and music, often as a symbol of suffering and hardship.

How to Memorize "destitution"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a person or family living in a makeshift shelter, with no food, water, or basic necessities. Visualize their struggle and hardship.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'destitution' with images of poverty, suffering, and hardship.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'D-E-S-T-I-T-U-T-I-O-N' to remember the meaning: 'Destitute, Extreme, Suffering, Tired, Inadequate, Utterly, Needy, Pitiful, Overwhelmed.'


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