destitute
01
贫困的, 赤贫的
extremely poor and lacking basic necessities
Formal
例子
The destitute family relied on charity for their meals.
这个赤贫的家庭依靠慈善机构获得餐食。
After losing his job, he became destitute and struggled to afford food and shelter.
失去工作后，他变得一贫如洗，难以负担食物和住所。
02
lacking essential non-material needs, such as support, love, or community
Formal例子
Modern society is destitute of genuine community bonds.
The divorce left her feeling destitute of love and support.
