poverty
/ˈpɒvəti/
extreme lack
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- 1.
The state of being extremely poor, where a person or community lacks the financial resources and essentials for a minimum standard of living.
"The charity works to alleviate poverty in developing countries."
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Poverty remains a significant global challenge.
Poverty remains a significant global challenge.
Many children are forced to drop out of school due to extreme poverty.
Many children are forced to drop out of school due to extreme poverty.
The government launched new initiatives to combat urban poverty.
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How do you pronounce poverty?
poverty is pronounced [/ˈpɒvəti/]. You can hear a native pronunciation on Smoveth.
What does poverty mean?
poverty means "extreme lack". See the meanings and examples higher up on the page for the full picture.
How difficult is poverty?
poverty is a Intermediate-level word.
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Example: "Poverty remains a significant global challenge." — used to mean "extreme lack".
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