Destitution: meaning, definitions and examples
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destitution
[ ˌdɛstɪˈtjuʃ(ə)n ]
poverty
The state of being extremely poor, lacking the basic necessities of life such as food, shelter, and clothing. Destitution is often characterized by extreme hardship and deprivation.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- Many families in the region live in destitution, unable to afford even a simple meal.
- The homeless man's destitution was evident from his tattered clothes and empty pockets.
Translations
Translations of the word "destitution" in other languages:
🇵🇹 miséria
🇮🇳 दरिद्रता
🇩🇪 Verelendung
🇮🇩 kemelaratan
🇺🇦 злидні
🇵🇱 nędza
🇯🇵 貧困
🇫🇷 misère
🇪🇸 miseria
🇹🇷 sefalet
🇰🇷 빈곤
🇸🇦 فقر
🇨🇿 bída
🇸🇰 bieda
🇨🇳 贫困
🇸🇮 revščina
🇮🇸 fátækt
🇰🇿 кедейлік
🇬🇪 სიღარიბე
🇦🇿 yoxsulluq
🇲🇽 miseria
Word origin
The word 'destitution' originated from the Latin word 'destitutio', which means 'abandonment' or 'desertion'. Over time, it evolved to represent the state of extreme poverty and lack of resources. The concept of destitution has been prevalent throughout history, as societies have grappled with issues of inequality and deprivation.
See also: destitute.