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destitute
01
extremely poor and lacking basic necessities
Formal
Examples
The destitute family relied on charity for their meals.
After losing his job, he became destitute and struggled to afford food and shelter.
02
lacking essential non-material needs, such as support, love, or community
FormalExamples
Modern society is destitute of genuine community bonds.
The divorce left her feeling destitute of love and support.
