Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Poor.
How to pronounce poor:
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Poor - as an adjective
Poor - as a noun
People without possessions or wealth (considered as a group)
Example: "The urban poor need assistance"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
poor peopleHypernyms (Closely Related)
people10Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
rich9Poor - as an adjective satellite
Deserving or inciting pity
Example: "A hapless victim"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hapless12miserable13misfortunatepathetic15piteous9pitiable12pitiful12wretched17Of insufficient quantity to meet a need
Example: "An inadequate income"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
inadequate20jejune20short8Example Sentences
"She grew up in a poor neighborhood."
"The poor dog was shivering in the cold."
"He felt sorry for the poor beggar on the street."
"Despite working hard, he remained in a poor financial situation."
"The poor girl had to walk miles to get to school."
Word Game Points
Is POOR a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, poor is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
POOR has a SCRABBLE points total of 6.
Is POOR a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, poor is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPOOR has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 7.
Is POOR a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, poor is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPOOR has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.
